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Goresbrook School Catchment Area

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

Goresbrook School is a free s special school in Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham , serving pupils aged 4–18, with 1036 pupils, and a capacity of 1500 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby special schools below.

4–18

Age range

1,036

Pupils

1,500

Capacity

69%

Fill rate

Goresbrook School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Goresbrook 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.

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 →

Goresbrook School — School Information

Full address
Cook Road, Dagenham, RM9 6XW
Local authority
Barking and Dagenham
School type
Free schools
Phase of education
Special
Age range
4–18 years
Religious character
Multi-faith
Free school meals
30.2% of pupils
DfE URN
140962

Other Special Schools in Dagenham

If Goresbrook School is oversubscribed, these special schools in Dagenham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Goresbrook School

Is Goresbrook School oversubscribed?

Goresbrook School has a capacity of 1500 places and currently has 1036 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Barking and Dagenham.

What is the admissions policy for Goresbrook School?

Goresbrook School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Barking and Dagenham before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Goresbrook School cover?

Goresbrook School is a special school in Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, serving pupils aged 4–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.