William Ford CofE Junior School

URN: 101234 • Dagenham RM10 9JS

Overview

Name
William Ford CofE Junior School
URN
101234
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
60.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Huntingford (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02082706582
Website
Visit
Address
Ford Road, Dagenham RM10 9JS

Summary

William Ford CofE Junior School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Dagenham, East London, with a capacity for 360 pupils and currently serving 321 students. The school embraces a Christian ethos, promoting values such as humility, service, and forgiveness. It aims to provide an inclusive, high-quality education that encourages all children to thrive through a curriculum designed to be engaging and purposeful.

The school offers unique learning opportunities, including Lego-based activities and a school radio station, which enhance creativity and communication skills. Additionally, students participate in memorable experiences such as trips to France and Wales, as well as visits to West End shows, enriching their educational journey.

William Ford is committed to inclusion and has been recognized as a Centre of Excellence for the Inclusion Quality Mark. The school actively supports all pupils, ensuring that each child receives the tailored assistance they need to succeed academically and socially within a diverse community. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Barking and Dagenham
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
360
Pupils
321
Boys
137
Girls
184
FSM %
35.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2014-03-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 321 137 184 360 35.50
2024-09-11 332 158 174 360 33.70
2023-09-11 338 179 159 360 34.00
2022-09-11 338 179 159 360 34.00
2021-09-11 341 183 158 360 30.20
2020-09-11 343 180 163 360 21.30

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