St Margarets CofE Primary School

URN: 144035 • Barking IG11 8AS

Overview

Name
St Margarets CofE Primary School
URN
144035
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
GENESIS EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sophie Bannon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02085944003
Website
Visit
Address
15-19 North Street, Barking IG11 8AS

Summary

St Margaret's Church of England Primary School, located in Barking, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 387 pupils, accommodating a maximum of 420. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment that reflects its Christian ethos, fostering both academic and personal development. With a focus on inclusivity, approximately 20.7% of students are eligible for free school meals, highlighting the school's dedication to supporting families from diverse backgrounds.

The curriculum at St Margaret's is designed to engage students and promote a love of learning. The school offers various extracurricular activities, including after-school clubs and a school council, encouraging pupils to develop their interests and skills outside the classroom. Additionally, the school is proactive in welcoming new families, with open days scheduled for prospective Reception students.

St Margaret's prioritises communication with parents and the wider community, providing regular updates through newsletters and an informative website. The school also offers resources for special educational needs, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to thrive.

Key details

LA
Barking and Dagenham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
GENESIS EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
387
Boys
191
Girls
196
FSM %
20.70
Open date
2017-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-10-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 387 191 196 420 20.70
2024-09-11 375 198 177 420 21.60
2023-09-11 351 177 174 420 16.40
2022-09-11 351 177 174 420 16.40
2021-09-11 394 196 198 472 13.10
2020-09-11 386 189 197 472 9.70

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