Thames View Junior School, Barking
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
Thames View is an exceptionally inclusive and nurturing school where all pupils thrive. Staff consistently apply high expectations for behaviour, creating a calm and safe learning environment where disadvantaged pupils achieve above the national average. The school offers an ambitious academic curriculum alongside extensive enrichment activities - from yoga and choir clubs to theatre visits and residential experiences - ensuring every child can develop their talents and interests.
Key Strengths
- Pupils' behaviour is impeccable with high attendance consistently above national average
- Ambitious curriculum taught well by knowledgeable staff with strong focus on reading, writing and communication
- Disadvantaged pupils achieve particularly well, exceeding national averages
- Highly inclusive school culture with comprehensive support for pupils with SEND and those learning English
- Wide range of enrichment activities including clubs, residential visits, theatre trips and musical opportunities
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Yoga club, choir, dance club, cooking with parents and carers, residential visits, sports, theatre trips, musical instrument lessons, charity fundraising
Thames View Junior School is a strong performing school where pupils achieve well academically and behave exceptionally. The school provides an ambitious, inclusive curriculum with excellent pastoral care and enrichment opportunities.
At a Glance
34.1%
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 improved from 66% to 77%. Maths has improved from 70% to 84%. Writing has improved from 69% to 73%.
Class Sizes
26.5
Avg class size
26.5
KS2
14
Total classes
1 class with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
81%
Available places
390 pupils
480 capacity
90 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Barking
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Barking
Admissions Demand - Barking and Dagenham
Places available
4,064
Applications
3,038
Got 1st preference
96.2%
Got preferred school
99.7%
Primary admissions across Barking and Dagenham (2025/26)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
3.5688%
Overall absence
6.71642%
Persistent absence
402
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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