Dagenham Park CofE School

URN: 136028 • Dagenham RM10 9QH

Overview

Name
Dagenham Park CofE School
URN
136028
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Chris Ash (since 2025)
Telephone
02082704400
Website
Visit
Address
School Road, Dagenham RM10 9QH

Summary

Dagenham Park Church of England School is a mixed voluntary controlled secondary school located in Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham. With a current enrolment of 1,458 pupils and a capacity of 1,470, the school is committed to providing an inclusive educational environment that fosters academic excellence and personal growth. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its vision of "Believe, Grow, Succeed," which encourages students to strive for their best while respecting themselves and others.

The curriculum at Dagenham Park is designed to inspire learners and stretch their academic capabilities, with examination progress outcomes consistently above national averages. The school places a strong emphasis on equality and diversity, aiming to narrow the attainment gap for disadvantaged pupils and support those with English as an additional language through targeted resources and programmes.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Dagenham Park's approach, with a focus on building positive relationships among students, staff, and families. The school prioritises safeguarding, ensuring that parents and visitors engage with the school through pre-arranged appointments, thereby maintaining a secure environment for all pupils.

Key details

LA
Barking and Dagenham
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1470
Pupils
1458
Boys
792
Girls
666
FSM %
40.20
Open date
2010-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1458 792 666 1470 40.20
2024-09-11 1451 782 669 1470 37.30
2023-09-11 1480 793 687 1470 33.10
2022-09-11 1480 793 687 1470 33.10
2021-09-11 1429 739 690 1470 29.40
2020-09-11 1393 695 698 1470 24.90

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