The St Teresa Catholic Primary School

URN: 101238 • Dagenham RM8 2XJ

Overview

Name
The St Teresa Catholic Primary School
URN
101238
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
73.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael Corcoran (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Bowes Road, Dagenham RM8 2XJ

Summary

The St Teresa Catholic Primary School, located in Dagenham, is a voluntary aided primary school with a current enrolment of 216 pupils, accommodating a maximum of 230. The school is committed to fostering a strong Catholic ethos, where faith and community values are central to the educational experience. The school encourages a nurturing environment where children learn, play, and pray together, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who are effective communicators, reflective thinkers, and responsible citizens.

The curriculum at St Teresa's is designed to support lifelong learning and personal growth, with a focus on academic achievement and moral development. The school has a dedicated Chaplaincy Team, comprising Year 5 students, who lead assemblies and promote Catholic Social Teaching virtues throughout the year. This involvement helps to instill a sense of responsibility and community service among the pupils.

St Teresa's values the partnership between home, school, and parish, with strong support from parents, governors, and local clergy. This collaborative approach ensures that every child receives a rewarding primary school experience, rooted in the love and teachings of Jesus.

Key details

LA
Barking and Dagenham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
230
Pupils
216
Boys
109
Girls
107
FSM %
8.20
Open date
Close date
2019-11-30
Last Ofsted
2014-11-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 216 109 107 230 8.20
2024-09-11 216 109 107 230 8.20
2023-09-11 216 109 107 230 8.20
2022-09-11 216 109 107 230 8.20
2021-09-11 216 109 107 230 8.20
2020-09-11 216 109 107 230 8.20

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