Downshall Primary School

About Downshall Primary School

Downshall Primary School is an academy converter in Ilford, Redbridge, England, for pupils aged 3–11. It has 538 pupils on roll. It is part of NEW VISION TRUST. At the end of Key Stage 2, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. 26.3% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 93.8% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority

Redbridge →

School Type

Academy converter

Phase

Primary

Age Range

Ages 3–11

Gender

Mixed

Pupils / Capacity

538 / 630 (85%)

Sixth Form

Does not have a sixth form

Nursery

Has Nursery Classes

Religious Character

Does not apply

Who attends this school — useful context if you’re considering teaching here.

Source: DfE School Census, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Official Department for Education results, pupil destinations and attendance.

Source: Department for Education performance tables, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Some independent schools’ qualifications (e.g. IGCSEs) are not all reflected in these figures.

Staffing at this school, with the trend over recent years — useful if you’re considering working here.

Data for the 2024/25 academic year (trend lines show 2 years). Source: DfE School Workforce Census, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. State-funded schools only.

How this school is funded and where the money goes — per pupil.

Source: DfE school finance returns (CFR for council-maintained schools, AAR for academies), 2024-25, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Per-pupil figures are calculated from total income/expenditure.

Contact Details

Address

Meads Lane, Ilford, Redbridge, IG3 8UG

Phone

02085902157

Headteacher

Ian Bennett

Website

www.downshallprimary.co.uk/

Academy Trust

Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Downshall Primary School?

Downshall Primary School is an academy converter in Ilford, Redbridge, England, for pupils aged 3–11.

How many pupils does Downshall Primary School have?

Downshall Primary School has 538 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

How does Downshall Primary School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?

76% of pupils at Downshall Primary School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.

Is Downshall Primary School part of an academy trust?

Yes — Downshall Primary School is part of NEW VISION TRUST.

Where is Downshall Primary School?

Downshall Primary School is located at Meads Lane, Ilford, Redbridge, IG3 8UG.