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Gilbert Colvin Primary School
Strafford Avenue, Ilford, Essex, IG5 0TL, Redbridge
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
67.8 / 100
Top 32%
Better than 68% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
363
Capacity
429
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
85%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, with 75% of students achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics at Key Stage 2, placing it in the top 24% nationally. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 80% recommending the school, although the percentage of students reaching higher standards is relatively low at 6%. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 3-11, backed by a solid community endorsement.
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Last inspected: 11 February 2025Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 75% | Top 24% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 6% | Bottom 42% UK |
Parent View (15 responses)
★★★★4.1
My child feels safe
100%
Good range of extra-curricular
100%
My child is happy
93%
School keeps me informed
93%
Behaviour is good
93%
Progress is communicated
93%
My child makes good progress
87%
Good range of subjects
87%
I'd recommend this school
80%
School has high expectations
80%
School supports development
73%
School responds to concerns
67%
Pupil Ethnicity
White Other20.7%
Asian Pakistani13.8%
Asian Bangladeshi12.1%
Asian Other11.0%
White British9.1%
Asian Indian8.3%
Black African7.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.3.6%
Mixed W+Asian3.3%
Mixed Other3.0%
Black Caribbean2.8%
Mixed W+B African1.4%
Other1.1%
Black Other0.6%
Location
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51.59551, 0.06976 · IG5 0TL
School details
Local authorityRedbridge
RegionLondon
URN102805
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.gilbertcolvin.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Gilbert Colvin Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Gilbert Colvin Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 11 February 2025.
Is Gilbert Colvin Primary School a good school?
Gilbert Colvin Primary School scores 67.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 32% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Gilbert Colvin Primary School?
Based on 15 Ofsted Parent View responses, Gilbert Colvin Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 82% across all parent survey questions.
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