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Gilbert Colvin Primary School
Ages 3–11363 pupils
Gilbert Colvin Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 3 to 11 in Ilford, within the Redbridge local authority. The school has around 363 pupils on roll. Families comparing primary schools in Ilford can view Gilbert Colvin Primary School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Ilford (IG5 0TL), Gilbert Colvin Primary School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.
Ofsted & inspection
Overall effectiveness & sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood
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Strengths & watch points6 strengths · 0 watch
Computed from Ofsted & DfE outcomes vs England average
Quality of education
Behaviour & attitudes
Personal development
Leadership & management
Reading scaled score
Maths scaled score
Computed from published Ofsted judgements & DfE outcomes — not a written review.
Primary results — Key Stage 2Above average
Expected standard (RWM)67%
England avg 59%
Higher standard (RWM)9%
England avg 7%
Reading scaled score104
100 = expected standard
Maths scaled score107
100 = expected standard
DfE, 2023/24
Pupil intake33.4%
Free school meals33.4%
England avg 24.0%
English not first language66.3%
England avg 18.8%
Places filled71%
SEN support
EHC plan
DfE school census, 2025/26
Attendance & staffing93.9%
Attendance93.9%
England avg 94.5%
Pupils per teacher19.2
England avg 20.9
Persistent absence15.7%
England avg 14.3%
Teachers with QTS
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Ilford
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