Dallington School
Dallington School is an independent school in Islington for pupils aged 3 to 11. It has 45 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Dallington School is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in December 2022.
Ofsted inspection: December 2022.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 8 Dallington Street London Greater London United Kingdom EC1V 0BW |
| Reference Number | 100462 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 45 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 71.11%
Girls: 28.89% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Dallington School has demonstrated significant improvement since its previous inspection in December 2021, successfully addressing previously unmet standards. The school now meets all independent school standards checked during this progress monitoring inspection, including those related to relationships and sex education (RSE), safeguarding, behaviour management, and leadership. With a new substantive headteacher and active involvement from the proprietor and governors, the school has implemented effective policies and practices, including training for staff and consultation with parents regarding the RSE curriculum. Independent regulators praised the school's commitment to ensuring pupil welfare, health, and safety, highlighting the robust procedures in place for maintaining a safe environment. Although this was the school’s first progress inspection, the positive outcomes indicate a sustainable trajectory of development, positioning Dallington School on a strong footing for continued operational success and compliance with educational standards.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| Last Report Date | 20 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Oct 2022 | Additional inspection |
| 01 Dec 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Feb 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 Mar 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 Nov 2011 | Standard inspection: |
| 02 Jul 2008 | Standard inspection: |
| 07 Feb 2005 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Effective implementation of RSE policies meeting statutory guidance.
- Proactive engagement with parents to enhance the RSE curriculum.
- Strengthened safeguarding measures with updated policies and electronic recording.
- Decisive actions by leadership to ensure compliance with independent school standards.
- Staff training programs supporting consistent curriculum delivery.
In 2025–26, 26.7% of pupils at Dallington School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Dallington School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Dallington School is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in December 2022.
When was Dallington School last inspected by Ofsted?
Dallington School was last inspected in December 2022.
How many pupils does Dallington School have?
Dallington School has 45 pupils on roll.
What age range does Dallington School cover?
Dallington School for pupils aged 3 to 11.
Where is Dallington School?
Dallington School is at 8 Dallington Street, London, Greater London, United Kingdom, EC1V 0BW.