Dorothy Barley Infants' School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Davington Road Dagenham Essex RM8 2LL |
| Reference Number | 101188 |
Dorothy Barley Infants’ School continues to perform effectively, maintaining the strong standards established in previous inspections. The school fosters a nurturing environment where positive relationships between staff and students are evident. Pupils feel happy and safe, thriving in their supportive community. The curriculum is ambitious and engaging, and pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are achieving well across various subjects.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 240 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.08%
Girls: 47.92% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 15.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 62.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 24.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32 | 18 | 50 |
| 2 | 40 | 41 | 81 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, Other | 22.1% |
| White, British | 19.2% |
| African | 11.3% |
| Pakistani | 10.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 4.6% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.6% |
| Indian | 3.3% |
| Asian, Other | 2.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.3% |
| Caribbean | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 0.8% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 24 Jun 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 Jun 2025 | School inspection |
| 26 Feb 2020 | School inspection |
| 06 Jul 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Jun 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 05 Mar 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 21 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Dec 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Jan 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils
- Ambitious and well-structured curriculum
- Effective phonics and early reading instruction
- High expectations of behavior and achievement
- Strong support for vulnerable pupils, including those with SEND
- Engaged and proud pupils contributing actively to school life
- Effective personal development program
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent long-term recall and secure understanding of subject content in some areas
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 39 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 19 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Dorothy Barley Junior Academy
Ivinghoe Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM8 2NB |
0.04 miles |
|
The St Teresa Catholic Primary School
Bowes Road, Bowes Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM8 2XJ |
0.46 miles |
|
Roding Primary School
Hewett Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM8 2XS |
0.5 miles |
|
Manor Junior School
Sandringham Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 9AG |
0.66 miles |
|
Manor Primary School
40 Scholars Way, Dagenham, RM8 2FL |
0.66 miles |
|
Becontree Primary School
Stevens Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM8 2QR |
0.69 miles |
|
Mayespark Primary School
Goodmayes Lane, Goodmayes, Ilford, Essex, IG3 9PX |
0.78 miles |
|
Monteagle Primary School
Burnham Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 4RB |
0.8 miles |
|
Southwood Primary School
Keppel Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 5LT |
0.89 miles |
|
The James Cambell Primary School
Langley Crescent, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 6TD |
0.92 miles |
|
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
Burnside Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM8 2JN |
0.94 miles |
|
Eastbury Primary School
Dawson Avenue, Barking, Essex, IG11 9QQ |
0.95 miles |
|
Valence Primary School
Bonham Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM8 3AR |
1.05 miles |
|
South Park Primary School
Water Lane, Seven Kings, Ilford, Essex, IG3 9HF |
1.08 miles |
|
Al-Noor Voluntary Aided Muslim Primary School
619-629 Green Lane, Goodmayes, Ilford, Essex, IG3 9RP |
1.13 miles |
|
Goodmayes Primary School
Castleton Road, Goodmayes, Ilford, Essex, IG3 9RW |
1.14 miles |
|
Henry Green Primary School
Green Lane, Dagenham, Essex, RM8 1UR |
1.16 miles |
|
Godwin Primary School
Finnymore Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 6JH |
1.19 miles |
|
Parsloes Primary School
Spurling Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 5RH |
1.27 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Connor Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 5UL |
1.28 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Barking Abbey School, A Specialist Sports and Humanities College
Sandringham Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 9AG |
0.66 miles |
|
The Sydney Russell School
Parsloes Avenue, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 5QT |
0.75 miles |
|
Endeavour House School
78 Goodmayes Lane, Ilford, IG3 9QA |
0.88 miles |
|
Northstar Nurture School
Old CPC at James Cambell Primary School, Langley Crescent, Dagenham, RM9 6TD |
0.96 miles |
|
Jo Richardson Community School
Gale Street, Castle Green, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 4UN |
1.05 miles |
|
Eastbury Community School
Hulse Avenue, Barking, Essex, IG11 9UW |
1.12 miles |
|
Loxford School
Loxford Lane, Ilford, Essex, IG1 2UT |
1.14 miles |
|
Oak House School
61 South Park Drive, ILFORD, Essex, IG3 9AB |
1.18 miles |
|
Goresbrook School
Cook Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 6XW |
1.18 miles |
|
Mayfield School
Pedley Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM8 1XE |
1.23 miles |
|
Hopewell School
Harmony House, Baden Powell Close, Dagenham, Essex, Essex, RM9 6XN |
1.32 miles |
|
Ark Isaac Newton Academy
1 Cricklefield Place, Ilford, Essex, IG1 1FY |
1.41 miles |
|
Trinity School
Heathway, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 7SJ |
1.49 miles |
|
The Palmer Catholic Academy
Aldborough Road South, Seven Kings, Ilford, Essex, IG3 8EU |
1.5 miles |
|
Al Madina School for Girls
Victoria Road, 2 (Annex Building), Barking, Essex, IG11 8PY |
1.64 miles |
|
Greatfields School
Net Street, Barking, IG11 7QG |
1.64 miles |
|
Chadwell Heath Academy
Christie Gardens, Chadwell Heath, Romford, Essex, RM6 4RS |
1.72 miles |
|
Oxlow Bridge School
100 Wantz Road, Dagenham, RM10 8PP |
1.73 miles |
|
Riverside School
Renwick Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 0FU |
1.75 miles |
|
Riverside Bridge School
Renwick Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 0FU |
1.75 miles |