William Bellamy Primary School
80%
Capacity
879
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About William Bellamy Primary School
William Bellamy Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barking and Dagenham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 879 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 1,100 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated William Bellamy Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gillian Massar, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6121st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
William Bellamy Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 149 applications for 54 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at William Bellamy Primary School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Book Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, William Bellamy Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Frizlands Lane, Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, RM10 7HX |
| Headteacher | Gillian Massar |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 879 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.7% |
| School Capacity | 879 / 1,100 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6121st of 13,686
Nationally
1055th of 1,592
In London
19th of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
149
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Frizlands Lane, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM10 7HX
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