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Drapers' Brookside Infant School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Drapers' Brookside Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Romford, Havering , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 229 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–7

Age range

229

Pupils

180

Capacity

127%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Drapers' Brookside Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Drapers' Brookside Infant School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Havering. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 229 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Havering before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Drapers' Brookside Infant School — School Information

Full address
Dagnam Park Drive, Harold Hill, Romford, RM3 9DJ
Local authority
Havering
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
31% of pupils
DfE URN
142966

Other Primary Schools in Romford

If Drapers' Brookside Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Romford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Drapers' Brookside Infant School

Is Drapers' Brookside Infant School oversubscribed?

Yes — Drapers' Brookside Infant School currently has 229 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Drapers' Brookside Infant School?

Admission to Drapers' Brookside Infant School is managed by Havering. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Drapers' Brookside Infant School cover?

Drapers' Brookside Infant School is a primary school in Romford, Havering, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Drapers' Brookside Infant School?

Drapers' Brookside Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.