Southwood Primary School
URN: 131845 • Dagenham RM9 5LT
Overview
- Name
- Southwood Primary School
- URN
- 131845
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Scott Halliwell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02082704915
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Keppel Road, Dagenham RM9 5LT
Summary
Southwood Primary School is a mixed community school located in Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, accommodating 591 pupils with a capacity of 630. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, with approximately 29.9% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to serving the local community.
The curriculum at Southwood Primary is designed to foster a love of learning and to equip students with essential skills. The school promotes a holistic approach to education, integrating various subjects and encouraging participation in extracurricular activities. Special events, such as Black History Month, are celebrated to enhance cultural awareness and inclusivity among students.
Parents can stay informed through the school's website, which features important notices and updates about school events and policies. Southwood Primary values strong partnerships with families, aiming to create a collaborative atmosphere that supports children's educational journeys and personal development.
The curriculum at Southwood Primary is designed to foster a love of learning and to equip students with essential skills. The school promotes a holistic approach to education, integrating various subjects and encouraging participation in extracurricular activities. Special events, such as Black History Month, are celebrated to enhance cultural awareness and inclusivity among students.
Parents can stay informed through the school's website, which features important notices and updates about school events and policies. Southwood Primary values strong partnerships with families, aiming to create a collaborative atmosphere that supports children's educational journeys and personal development.
Useful links
- SPS Start of Autumn Term Letter - 26th September 2025 (download)
- Smartphone ban in LBBD schools September 2025 (download)
- SPS End of Summer Term Letter - 18th July 2025 (download)
- Class Dojo (other)
- Matomo cookies (other)
- Website design by PrimarySite (other)
- Log in (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The St Teresa Catholic Primary School (73.8)
- Manor Primary School (67.4)
- Grafton Primary School (65.6)
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (64.4)
- The James Cambell Primary School (64.1)
Key details
- LA
- Barking and Dagenham
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 630
- Pupils
- 591
- Boys
- 313
- Girls
- 278
- FSM %
- 29.90
- Open date
- 1998-11-25
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 591 | 313 | 278 | 630 | 29.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 633 | 327 | 306 | 630 | 29.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 615 | 309 | 306 | 630 | 31.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 615 | 309 | 306 | 630 | 31.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 615 | 293 | 322 | 630 | 28.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 639 | 314 | 325 | 630 | 23.50 |
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