Drapers' Pyrgo Priory School, Romford
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
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Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
The school has transformed its curriculum to be broad, ambitious and well-sequenced, helping pupils build knowledge step-by-step from early years through to Year 6. Teachers are knowledgeable and use engaging resources to bring lessons to life, while consistently checking that pupils understand. The school creates a warm, inclusive community where every child feels safe and valued, with lots of opportunities to develop leadership skills and explore the world through visits and clubs.
Key Strengths
- Strong subject knowledge from teachers who present information clearly and check pupils' understanding regularly
- Excellent phonics and reading support from early years onwards, with well-trained staff and regular progress checks
- Well-designed, broad curriculum that is carefully sequenced so pupils build knowledge over time
- High expectations for behaviour with calm, purposeful lessons and strong classroom routines
- Inclusive atmosphere where pupils feel safe, valued and supported, with opportunities to develop leadership through roles like school council and eco-committee
Areas for Improvement
- Some aspects of the curriculum in certain subjects are not being taught consistently, which means pupils' knowledge and skills are not as secure as in other areas
- Need to strengthen implementation of the taught curriculum across all subjects to ensure consistency
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff creating an open and positive culture that puts pupils' interests first.
Extracurricular Activities
Singing, badminton, cricket, arts and crafts club, visits to museums, art galleries, the beach, Drapers' Hall and the Houses of Parliament
Drapers' Pyrgo Priory School is rated Good across all areas. The school has made substantial improvements to its curriculum and teaching since its previous inspection, with pupils now producing high quality work and demonstrating strong behaviour and focus.
At a Glance
40.6%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
24 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has declined from 60% to 54%. Maths has remained stable at around 72%. Writing has remained stable at around 70%.
Class Sizes
24.5
Avg class size
21.8
Infant (KS1)
25.0
KS2
13
Total classes
1 class with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
50%
Available places
277 pupils
550 capacity
273 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Romford
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Romford
Admissions Demand - Havering
Places available
3,462
Applications
3,096
Got 1st preference
89.8%
Got preferred school
98.4%
Primary admissions across Havering (2025/26)
Inspection History(5)
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Pupil Absence2024/25
7.03375%
Overall absence
26.86084%
Persistent absence
309
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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