South Park Primary School

URN: 131930 • Ilford IG3 9HF

Overview

Name
South Park Primary School
URN
131930
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andy Tarrant (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02085901496
Website
Visit
Address
Water Lane, Ilford IG3 9HF

Summary

South Park Primary School is a community school located in the Seven Kings district of Ilford, serving a mixed-gender population of 635 pupils. The school aims to provide a nurturing and supportive environment where every child feels valued and can thrive academically and personally. With core values of Self-belief, Perseverance, Pride, and Success, South Park focuses on developing independent learners equipped for future challenges.

The curriculum at South Park is designed to inspire creativity, communication, resilience, and independence among students. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and music, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. Strong links with the local secondary school, Mayfield, enhance the transition for older students, while community involvement is encouraged through events and charity work.

Despite being housed in a building over 100 years old, South Park Primary School is committed to continuous improvement and raising educational standards. The school actively engages with parents and the local community, ensuring a collaborative approach to education and support for all pupils.

Key details

LA
Redbridge
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
725
Pupils
635
Boys
324
Girls
311
FSM %
19.30
Open date
2000-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 635 324 311 725 19.30
2024-09-11 656 319 337 725 15.80
2023-09-11 650 324 326 725 16.50
2022-09-11 650 324 326 725 16.50
2021-09-11 674 339 335 725 16.40
2020-09-11 684 348 336 725 14.70

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