Upminster Infant School
99%
Capacity
267
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Upminster Infant School
Upminster Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Havering community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 267 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Upminster Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Lendon, it falls under Havering local authority.
Upminster Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 268 applications for 89 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 106 were first-preference applications.
Upminster Infant School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 3 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Upminster Infant School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Dance, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Havering, Upminster Infant School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | St Mary's Lane, Upminster, Havering, RM14 3BS |
| Headteacher | Helen Lendon |
| Local Authority | Havering |
| Number of Pupils | 267 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.6% |
| School Capacity | 267 / 270 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
268
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
106 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Mary's Lane, Upminster
Havering, RM14 3BS
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