Scotts Primary School, Hornchurch
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Your child will be taught by well-trained staff using an ambitious curriculum that builds knowledge step-by-step. The school prioritises your child's well-being and personal development, offering lots of clubs and activities. Behaviour is exemplary and pupils feel safe - the school has strong systems to ensure no child feels anxious or left out.
Key Strengths
- Excellent teaching of reading and phonics with pupils achieving highly and developing a genuine love of reading
- Well-structured, ambitious curriculum that is carefully sequenced from early years onwards, helping pupils learn and remember more
- Exemplary pupil behaviour and a strong culture of respect, kindness and inclusivity with 'rainbow champions' supporting vulnerable pupils
- Highly effective support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities
- Outstanding personal development opportunities including debating events, community projects and a '50 things to do before you leave' initiative
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with the school creating an open, positive culture that puts pupils' interests first and swift action taken on any concerns.
Extracurricular Activities
Digital leaders, sports leaders, prefects, school council, debating events, litter picking, food bank donations, 50 things to do before you leave the school
Scotts Primary School is an outstanding school where pupils love learning and thrive in a welcoming, supportive environment. Staff have high ambitions for all pupils, who consistently meet expectations and produce work of high quality.
At a Glance
7.8%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has remained stable at around 93%. Maths has remained stable at around 93%. Writing has remained stable at around 90%.
Class Sizes
30.0
Avg class size
30.0
Infant (KS1)
30.0
KS2
13
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
100%
Over capacity
421 pupils
420 capacity
1 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Hornchurch
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Hornchurch
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(104)
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
3.2358%
Overall absence
2.75482%
Persistent absence
363
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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