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Jo Richardson Community School Catchment Area

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

Jo Richardson Community School is a community secondary school in Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1686 pupils, and a capacity of 1700 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

1,686

Pupils

1,700

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Jo Richardson Community School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Jo Richardson Community School are allocated by Barking and Dagenham using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 99% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Barking and Dagenham 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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Jo Richardson Community School — School Information

Full address
Gale Street, Castle Green, Dagenham, RM9 4UN
Local authority
Barking and Dagenham
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
36.7% of pupils
DfE URN
133561

Other Secondary Schools in Dagenham

If Jo Richardson Community School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Dagenham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Jo Richardson Community School

Is Jo Richardson Community School oversubscribed?

Jo Richardson Community School is operating close to its capacity of 1700 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Jo Richardson Community School?

Admission to Jo Richardson 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 Jo Richardson Community School cover?

Jo Richardson Community School is a secondary school in Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Jo Richardson Community School?

Jo Richardson Community School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.