St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy
Benton Road, Ilford, IG1 4ASOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy is a primary school in Redbridge for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 93 schools in Redbridge. It ranks 47th of 49 primary schools in Redbridge. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 21 September 2022, report published 10 November 2022
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 21 September 2022
Pupils are proud to come to St Aidan's. Teachers care a great deal for pupils. Pupils are happy here and want to learn. Guided by the school's values, leaders celebrate the cultural diversity of all pupils. Pupils are keen to play an active role in caring for the school environment. The recently developed woodland area is used for both learning and play. It is very popular with pupils, and they are keen to ensure that this area is kept tidy and well presented. Pupils feel safe and are kept safe. They were keen to explain that they would not be a bystander if one of their peers was upset. Pupils are taught how to recognise the signs of bullying. Adults deal with any concerns without delay. Pupils know that staff will support them if there are any issues. Staff have clear expectations of pupils' behaviour and learning. Pupils strive to reach these expectations, and typically they behave and achieve well. Pupils and teachers have worked together to devise 'classroom charters' so that every pupil knows what is expected of them. Occasionally, pupils lose focus on their work. This happens when teachers set tasks that do not consider well enough pupils' prior knowledge.
What the school should improve
- At times, teachers expect pupils to carry out work that does not build well on prior learning. Pupils struggle to complete these tasks successfully, and in turn are unable to practise and develop their knowledge. Leaders should support staff to select activities and resources that enable pupils to develop their knowledge progressively and work successfully towards the intended curriculum goals.
- In some foundation subjects, such as music, the curriculum has recently been reviewed and implemented. There is some variability in the way that the curriculum is being delivered because staff are getting used to the new curriculum expectations. Leaders should ensure that the implementation of the curriculum is regularly monitored and that all staff have the expertise to deliver the curriculum as leaders intend.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
26 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
213 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldborough Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 90% met the expected standard |
| Downshall Primary School | 0.4 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 76% met the expected standard |
| Christchurch Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 79% met the expected standard |
| SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 80% met the expected standard |
| Winston Way Academy | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THE GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Victoria Campling
- Phone
- 02085905223
- Address
- Benton Road, Ilford, IG1 4AS
- Local authority
- Redbridge
- URN
- 140295
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.