Drapers' Brookside Infant School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Dagnam Park Drive Harold Hill Romford Essex RM3 9DJ |
| Reference Number | 142966 |
Drapers’ Brookside Infant School has demonstrated significant improvement since its last inspection, achieving a 'Good' overall rating. Pupils are happy and engaged, benefiting from a thoughtfully designed curriculum that prioritizes language and vocabulary development. The school's strong emphasis on reading aids students in progressing academically, while a variety of extracurricular activities enrich their experiences. However, the school does face some challenges in curriculum delivery across a few subjects. While leadership is clear about educational goals, some newly appointed subject leaders are still developing their skills to effectively implement and refine their respective curricula. Continued support for these leaders is vital to ensure all areas of the curriculum meet the diverse needs of students, allowing them to acquire and retain knowledge more effectively.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 229 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 45.85%
Girls: 54.15% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 31% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 43.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 29.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 29.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 | 30 | 60 |
| 2 | 23 | 38 | 61 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 44.5% |
| White, Other | 20.1% |
| African | 7.4% |
| Asian, Other | 4.8% |
| Pakistani | 4.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 3.5% |
| Indian | 3.1% |
| White & Asian | 2.2% |
| Caribbean | 1.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.9% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2022 | School inspection: |
| 28 Nov 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Sep 2016 | Academy conversion letter |
| 06 Feb 2014 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Brookside Infant School | |
| 06 Feb 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Jan 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Jan 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 16 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 16 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Feb 2005 | Full inspection |
| 28 Feb 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations from staff for pupil achievement.
- Effective support for pupils with SEND.
- Well-organized and ambitious curriculum starting from early years.
- Strong emphasis on teaching reading and vocabulary.
- Pupils participate positively in extracurricular activities.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent curriculum development in some subjects.
- New subject leaders require further support and guidance.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 21 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 16 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Drapers' Brookside Junior School
Dagnam Park Drive, Harold Hill, Romford, Essex, RM3 9DJ |
0.05 miles |
|
Mead Primary School
Amersham Road, Harold Hill, Romford, Essex, RM3 9JD |
0.48 miles |
|
Broadford Primary School
Faringdon Avenue, Harold Hill, Romford, Essex, RM3 8JS |
0.53 miles |
|
Drapers' Pyrgo Priory School
Settle Road, Harold Hill, Romford, Essex, RM3 9RT |
0.54 miles |
|
Drapers' Maylands Primary School
Settle Road, Romford, Essex, RM3 9XR |
0.7 miles |
|
Edullect Academy Independent School
Melville Court, Spilsby Road, Romford, Essex, RM3 8SB |
0.72 miles |
|
St Ursula's Catholic Primary School
Straight Road, Romford, Essex, RM3 7JS |
0.75 miles |
|
Hilldene Primary School
Grange Road, Romford, Essex, RM3 7DU |
0.87 miles |
|
Harold Court Primary School
Church Road, Harold Wood, Romford, Essex, RM3 0SH |
1.02 miles |
|
Ardleigh Green Junior School
Ardleigh Green Road, Hornchurch, Essex, RM11 2SP |
1.69 miles |
|
Ardleigh Green Infant School
Ardleigh Green Road, Hornchurch, Essex, RM11 2SP |
1.69 miles |
|
Harold Wood Primary School
Recreation Avenue, Harold Wood, Romford, Essex, RM3 0TH |
1.71 miles |
|
St Mary's Hare Park School
South Drive, Gidea Park, Romford, Essex, RM2 6HH |
1.79 miles |
|
Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery
2 Balgores Lane, Romford, RM2 5JR |
1.93 miles |
|
Dame Tipping Church of England Primary School
North Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Romford, Essex, RM4 1PS |
1.95 miles |
|
St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald
Wigley Bush Lane, South Weald, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 5QN |
1.97 miles |
|
Nelmes Primary School
Wingletye Lane, Hornchurch, Essex, RM11 3BX |
2.11 miles |
|
Rise Park Junior School
Annan Way, Rise Park, Romford, Essex, RM1 4UD |
2.18 miles |
|
Rise Park Infant School
Annan Way, Rise Park, Romford, Essex, RM1 4UD |
2.18 miles |
|
Gidea Park Primary School
Lodge Avenue, Gidea Park, Romford, Essex, RM2 5AJ |
2.2 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Koru Independent AP Academy
90 Taunton Road, Harold Hill, Romford, RM3 7SU |
0.53 miles |
|
Lime Academy Forest Approach
Settle Road, Harold Hill, Romford, Essex, RM3 9YA |
0.59 miles |
|
Drapers' Academy
Settle Road, Harold Hill, Romford, Essex, RM3 9XR |
0.65 miles |
|
Lime Academy Ravensbourne
Neave Crescent, Faringdon Avenue, Harold Hill, Romford, Essex, RM3 8HN |
1.02 miles |
|
Redden Court School
Cotswold Road, Harold Wood, Romford, Essex, RM3 0TS |
1.6 miles |
|
The Royal Liberty School
Upper Brentwood Road, Romford, Essex, RM2 6HJ |
1.75 miles |
|
The Campion School
Wingletye Lane, Hornchurch, Essex, RM11 3BX |
1.89 miles |
|
Bower Park Academy
Havering Road, Romford, Essex, RM1 4YY |
1.89 miles |
|
Immanuel School
Havering Grange, Havering Road, Romford, Essex, RM1 4HR |
2.03 miles |
|
Marshalls Park Academy
Pettits Lane, Romford, Essex, RM1 4EH |
2.18 miles |
|
The Bridge
Brentwood Road, Romford, Essex, RM1 2RR |
2.72 miles |
|
The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls
Brentwood Road, Romford, Essex, RM1 2RR |
2.73 miles |
|
Emerson Park Academy
Wych Elm Road, Hornchurch, Essex, RM11 3AD |
2.85 miles |
|
Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School
Queen's Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4EX |
3.46 miles |
|
Hall Mead School
Marlborough Gardens, Upminster, Essex, RM14 1SF |
3.49 miles |
|
Grove House School
Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9DA |
3.51 miles |
|
Becket Keys Church of England Free School
Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9DA |
3.54 miles |
|
Brentwood County High School
Seven Arches Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4JF |
3.62 miles |
|
Hornchurch High School
Broadstone Road, Hornchurch, Essex, RM12 4AJ |
3.64 miles |
|
Sacred Heart of Mary Girls' School
St Mary's Lane, Upminster, Essex, RM14 2QR |
3.71 miles |