Village Infants' School
109%
Capacity
294
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Village Infants' School
Village Infants' School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barking and Dagenham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 294 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Village Infants' School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Yolanda Cattle, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
Village Infants' School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 78 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 77 were first-preference applications.
Village Infants' School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (25 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Village Infants' School include Dining Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Cricket, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Drama, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, Village Infants' 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ford Road, Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, RM10 9JS |
| Headteacher | Yolanda Cattle |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 294 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.5% |
| School Capacity | 294 / 270 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
25 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed78
126
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
77 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ford Road, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM10 9JS
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