Dagenham Park CofE School
| Type | Secondary / Voluntary controlled school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | School Road Dagenham Essex RM10 9QH |
| Phone | 02082704400 |
| Reference Number | 136028 |
Dagenham Park CofE School is performing well overall, maintaining the standards identified in its previous inspections. The school fosters a supportive and inclusive community where pupils, including those in the sixth form, are encouraged to excel in both academics and personal development. Notable strengths include a carefully structured curriculum that caters to a variety of student needs and a commitment to enhancing students' broader development through extra-curricular activities and community engagement. Although the school received a positive evaluation for maintaining its quality, some concerns remain regarding tailored support for students with additional needs, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1458 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.32%
Girls: 45.68% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 40.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 39.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 19.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 135 | 123 | 258 |
| 8 | 131 | 130 | 261 |
| 9 | 144 | 96 | 240 |
| 10 | 134 | 116 | 250 |
| 11 | 125 | 96 | 221 |
| 12 | 78 | 57 | 135 |
| 13 | 45 | 48 | 93 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| African | 22.3% |
| White, British | 21.8% |
| White, Other | 16.8% |
| Pakistani | 4.9% |
| Unclassified | 2.9% |
| Asian, Other | 2.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.6% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.5% |
| Indian | 2.1% |
| Caribbean | 1.7% |
| White & Asian | 1.5% |
| Chinese | 0.4% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 23 Apr 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Apr 2025 | School inspection |
| 21 Jan 2020 | School inspection |
| 10 May 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Jul 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 22 Jan 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 11 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong emphasis on inclusivity and support for all students
- Well-structured, ambitious curriculum that fosters progression
- High-quality teaching with clear communication of information
- Effective systems in place for supporting pupils with SEND
- Positive relationships between staff and students, fostering good behaviour
- High levels of attendance and community engagement
Areas for Improvement
- Occasional inadequate adaptation of teaching methods for students with SEND
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 42.1 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 34% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 52.6% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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UnlockGCSE Results
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 29.9 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 29.79 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 0% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 57 | 5 |
| Third Preference | 62 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 19 | 4 |
Previous Years
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| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
| Name | Distance |
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Marsh Green Primary School
South Close, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 9NJ |
0.28 miles |
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Village Infants' School
Ford Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 9JS |
0.32 miles |
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William Ford CofE Junior School
Ford Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 9JS |
0.32 miles |
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Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road
Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road, Rowdowns Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 6NH |
0.5 miles |
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Goresbrook Road, St. Peters Rc School, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 6UU |
0.52 miles |
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The Leys Primary School
Leys Avenue, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 9YR |
0.53 miles |
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Beam Primary School
Oval Road North, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 9ED |
0.56 miles |
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Godwin Primary School
Finnymore Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 6JH |
0.76 miles |
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Newtons Primary School
Lowen Road, Rainham, Essex, RM13 8QR |
0.78 miles |
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Parsloes Primary School
Spurling Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 5RH |
0.8 miles |
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John Perry Primary School
Charles Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 8UR |
0.83 miles |
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Park Primary Academy
1 Hart Way, Rainham, RM13 8TD |
0.87 miles |
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Hunters Hall Primary School
Alibon Road, Hunters Hall Primary School, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 8DE |
0.91 miles |
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Richard Alibon Primary School with ARP for Cognitive and Learning Difficulties : SEN Base
Alibon Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 8DF |
0.96 miles |
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The James Cambell Primary School
Langley Crescent, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 6TD |
1.2 miles |
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Connor Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 5UL |
1.34 miles |
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Southwood Primary School
Keppel Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 5LT |
1.48 miles |
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Whybridge Junior School
Blacksmith's Lane, Rainham, Essex, RM13 7AH |
1.49 miles |
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Whybridge Infant School
Ford Lane, Rainham, Essex, RM13 7AR |
1.49 miles |
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Five Elms Primary School
Wood Lane, Five Elms Primary School, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 5TB |
1.49 miles |
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Pathways School
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0.35 miles |
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Hopewell School
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0.83 miles |
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Oxlow Bridge School
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0.94 miles |
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Brook Sixth Form and Academy
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1.07 miles |
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Goresbrook School
Cook Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 6XW |
1.09 miles |
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Northstar Nurture School
Old CPC at James Cambell Primary School, Langley Crescent, Dagenham, RM9 6TD |
1.15 miles |
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Eastbrook School
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1.22 miles |
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Jo Richardson Community School
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1.27 miles |
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Trinity School
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1.31 miles |
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The Brittons Academy
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1.4 miles |
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The Sydney Russell School
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1.41 miles |
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Riverside Bridge School
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1.84 miles |
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Riverside School
Renwick Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 0FU |
1.85 miles |
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Robert Clack School
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1.95 miles |
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Barking and Dagenham College
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1.96 miles |
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All Saints Catholic School and Technology College
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1.96 miles |
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Barking Abbey School, A Specialist Sports and Humanities College
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2.4 miles |
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Harris Rainham Sixth Form
217 Wennington Road, Rainham, RM13 9XA |
2.45 miles |
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Harris Academy Rainham
Lambs Lane South, Rainham, Essex, RM13 9XD |
2.48 miles |
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Hornchurch High School
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2.55 miles |