Valence Primary School

URN: 101222 • Dagenham RM8 3AR

Overview

Name
Valence Primary School
URN
101222
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Richard November (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02030069888
Website
Visit
Address
Bonham Road, Dagenham RM8 3AR

Summary

Valence Primary School, located in Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, is a mixed community school catering to 895 pupils with a capacity of 1,050. The school operates across two sites: Bonham Road and St. George's Road. Valence Primary emphasizes a nurturing environment where every child is valued, promoting independence, lifelong learning, and respect within a safe and secure setting.

The curriculum at Valence is designed to be stimulating and inclusive, fostering a love of learning through various challenges and activities. The school actively promotes British values, encouraging students to understand democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. This is achieved through initiatives such as the School Council, where pupils can voice their opinions and participate in decision-making processes.

Valence Primary also prioritises community involvement and parental engagement, recognizing the importance of collaboration among staff, governors, and families. The school provides resources and support through its Family Support Hub, ensuring that families have access to essential information and assistance.

Key details

LA
Barking and Dagenham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1050
Pupils
895
Boys
477
Girls
418
FSM %
24.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-01-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 895 477 418 1050 24.30
2024-09-11 949 491 458 1050 26.00
2023-09-11 991 510 481 1050 26.60
2022-09-11 991 510 481 1050 26.60
2021-09-11 1043 542 501 1050 23.00
2020-09-11 1127 567 560 1050 22.70

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