Gascoigne Primary School

URN: 131775 • Barking IG11 7DR

Overview

Name
Gascoigne Primary School
URN
131775
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Fox and Mrs Anre Buchner (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02082704291
Website
Visit
Address
Gascoigne Road, Barking IG11 7DR

Summary

Gascoigne Primary School is a community school located in Barking, Essex, catering to a diverse student body of 1,122 pupils. The school is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to participate fully in both school and community life. With a focus on respect for individuals and cultural diversity, Gascoigne Primary aims to foster positive relationships among all members of the school community.

The curriculum at Gascoigne Primary is designed to support the holistic development of each child, accommodating various learning styles and abilities. It promotes creativity and critical thinking, equipping students with essential skills in language, mathematics, and science. The school encourages children to adopt a "can do" attitude, fostering resilience and independence while celebrating their unique achievements.

Gascoigne Primary values strong partnerships between home, school, and the wider community, ensuring that parents and guardians are actively involved in their children's education. The dedicated staff, including co-headteachers and a family liaison team, are committed to providing high-quality support to all students, helping them to thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
Barking and Dagenham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1260
Pupils
1122
Boys
602
Girls
520
FSM %
28.00
Open date
1999-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1122 602 520 1260 28.00
2024-09-11 1112 591 521 1260 27.50
2023-09-11 1116 616 500 1470 28.80
2022-09-11 1116 616 500 1494 28.80
2021-09-11 1161 640 521 1494 26.10
2020-09-11 1227 675 552 1494 21.90

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