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What is Five Elms Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Five Elms Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2022).

Where is Five Elms Primary School located?

Five Elms Primary School is located in Dagenham, Essex, London, RM9 5TB.

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Five Elms Primary School serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Five Elms Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Five Elms Primary School

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In terms of academic performance, Five Elms Primary School has 70% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 225 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 16.0%, spending £9,152 per pupil, 27% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 6.5%.

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OfstedGood · 2022KS2 expected70%Attendance93.5%

Profile completeness: 6 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

Exam & assessment results

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Strong68% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Five Elms Primary School?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 225 pupils
SEN support: 20% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 70% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.
Pupils who need extra support — 20% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 21/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality10/100

Transport access35/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Five Elms Primary School

At Five Elms Primary School, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

79% met the expected standard in reading and 75% in maths.

Attendance at Five Elms Primary School

Five Elms Primary School has an overall absence rate of 6.5%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Five Elms Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Five Elms Primary School is 16.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

The school spends £9,152 per pupil annually.

Demographics at Five Elms Primary School

Five Elms Primary School has 225 pupils on roll.

27% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

20% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Five Elms Primary School Ofsted Rating: Good

Five Elms Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in October 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Five Elms Primary School is due for reinspection this year (2026).

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Five Elms Primary School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

Five Elms Primary School