Grafton Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Grafton Primary School Grafton Road Dagenham Essex RM8 3EX |
| Phone | 02037275171 |
| Reference Number | 101206 |
Grafton Primary School has shown effective action in maintaining the high standards it was known for during its previous outstanding inspection. The school fosters a strong sense of community, where students feel safe and valued, contributing positively to an inclusive environment that emphasizes respect and democracy. The curriculum is ambitious and well-structured, providing a solid foundation for pupils, especially in early reading and mathematics. Additionally, various extracurricular activities enrich students' learning experiences and personal development.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 898 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.66%
Girls: 51.34% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 21.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 41.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 29.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 57 | 60 | 117 |
| 2 | 74 | 47 | 121 |
| 3 | 58 | 62 | 120 |
| 4 | 64 | 58 | 122 |
| 5 | 51 | 71 | 122 |
| 6 | 50 | 69 | 119 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 21.5% |
| Pakistani | 15.9% |
| Indian | 10.8% |
| African | 10.5% |
| White, Other | 6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.3% |
| Unclassified | 2.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.8% |
| White & Asian | 2.6% |
| Caribbean | 1.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.1% |
| Asian, Other | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 01 Apr 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 01 Apr 2025 | School inspection |
| 30 Apr 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 19 Jun 2018 | Short inspection |
| 21 Nov 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Sep 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 08 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Nov 2006 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 17 Nov 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong sense of community and belonging among pupils
- High expectations for pupils' learning across all year groups
- Broad and ambitious curriculum, including effective support for SEND
- Well-structured enrichment program providing diverse cultural experiences
- Effective safeguarding arrangements and high attendance rates
Areas for Improvement
- Older pupils at early stages of reading lack sufficient support
- Limited opportunities for pupils to develop writing skills across the curriculum
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 56% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 3% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 105 | ||
| Maths | 104 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.9 | ||
| Writing | 1.9 | ||
| Maths | 2.9 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 76 | 5 |
| Third Preference | 44 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 7 | 1 |
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