St Margarets CofE Primary School
15-19 North Street, Barking, IG11 8ASOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Margarets CofE Primary School is a primary school in Barking and Dagenham for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 67 schools in Barking and Dagenham. It ranks 9th of 39 primary schools in Barking and Dagenham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 19 March 2013, report published 22 April 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 18 March 2025
Everyone is valued in this welcoming and inspiring school. It is committed to ensuring pupils receive an exceptional education. Pupils from all backgrounds and cultures thrive. They receive an excellent start to their education. This begins from children's first days in Reception. The school makes sure that pupils' achievements academically and socially are maximised. It has designed a highly ambitious curriculum. Pupils develop a deep breadth of knowledge as they move through the school. The school prepares pupils to be curious and confident learners. They develop a love for learning. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. They respond well to the high expectations of behaviour, both in the classroom and around the school site. Pupils feel safe. Staff show great care and compassion towards pupils. Pupils play happily and harmoniously together at social times. They are focused and respectful in lessons. Pupils are polite to each other and visitors. Pupils have an exceptionally strong voice at this school. They take on numerous leadership roles to promote each other's well-being and digital skills. These opportunities enhance pupils' personal skills and enable them to contribute significantly to the life of the school.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
46 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
393 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near St Margarets CofE Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 83% met the expected standard |
| Northbury Primary School | 0.3 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 69% met the expected standard |
| Gascoigne Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 59% met the expected standard |
| Greatfields Primary School | 0.5 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| Ripple Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 73% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- GENESIS EDUCATION TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Tom O'Driscoll
- Phone
- 02085944003
- Address
- 15-19 North Street, Barking, IG11 8AS
- Local authority
- Barking and Dagenham
- URN
- 144035
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.