Village Infants' School

URN: 101223 • Dagenham RM10 9JS

Overview

Name
Village Infants' School
URN
101223
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Yolanda Cattle (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02082706589
Website
Visit
Address
Ford Road, Dagenham RM10 9JS

Summary

Village Infants' School is a mixed community primary school located in Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, with a current enrolment of 294 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 270. The school prioritises the happiness and emotional wellbeing of its students, believing these are essential for effective learning. Its core values—resilience, perseverance, kindness, and curiosity—guide the educational approach, fostering empathy and a love for learning.

The curriculum at Village Infants' School is enriched with opportunities for children to explore interests beyond the classroom. This includes activities that promote creativity and skill development, such as recent circus skills workshops. The school also provides a range of support policies, including those for special educational needs and safeguarding, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all students.

Village Infants' School maintains strong community ties and encourages parental involvement through various policies and agreements. The school is committed to nurturing each child's potential, equipping them with the skills needed for future success. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at www.villageinfants.com/.

Key details

LA
Barking and Dagenham
Age range
3 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
270
Pupils
294
Boys
135
Girls
159
FSM %
23.50
Open date
1996-06-05
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 294 135 159 270 23.50
2024-09-11 287 133 154 270 27.20
2023-09-11 292 140 152 270 22.30
2022-09-11 292 140 152 270 22.30
2021-09-11 303 135 168 270 21.90
2020-09-11 317 151 166 270 17.00

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