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Eastbury Community School Catchment Area

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

Eastbury Community School is a community special school in Barking, Barking and Dagenham , serving pupils aged 3–19, with 2134 pupils, and a capacity of 2236 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–19

Age range

2,134

Pupils

2,236

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Eastbury Community School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Eastbury Community School follows a different process from mainstream schools. Barking and Dagenham assesses each child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to determine appropriate placement — catchment area does not apply in the same way as mainstream admissions.

Operating near capacity: 95% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

For more information on how Barking and Dagenham assesses EHCP placements and which schools are named, contact the council's SEND team directly. The council must publish its Local Offer explaining available provision.

Find Barking and Dagenham catchment area documents →

Eastbury Community School — School Information

Full address
Hulse Avenue, Barking, IG11 9UW
Local authority
Barking and Dagenham
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Special
Age range
3–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
29% of pupils
DfE URN
101244

Frequently Asked Questions — Eastbury Community School

Is Eastbury Community School oversubscribed?

Eastbury Community School is operating close to its capacity of 2236 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Eastbury Community School?

Admission to Eastbury Community School is managed by Barking and Dagenham. 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 Eastbury Community School cover?

Eastbury Community School is a special school in Barking, Barking and Dagenham, serving pupils aged 3–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Eastbury Community School?

Eastbury Community School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.