Rodings Primary School — Primary School in Dunmow

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Rodings Primary School

Dunmow, CM6 1PZ

286 Pupils

270 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

10.10% FSM %

161 Boys

125 Girls

About Rodings Primary School

Rodings Primary School is a Primary Local authority maintained schools serving Dunmow and the surrounding area in Essex. The school for pupils aged 4–11 is part of the East of England region.

It has 286 pupils on roll. School capacity: 270. Current headteacher: Colin Raraty.

Information on Rodings Primary School is sourced from the DfE GIAS database, the authoritative register of all schools and educational establishments in England.

School Details

Establishment Type	Foundation school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Essex
Region	East of England
Administrative District	Uttlesford
Parliamentary Constituency	North West Essex
Ward	High Easter & the Rodings
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	None
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10073673
URN	115266
Data Last Updated	16-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Steph Green	Chair of Governors	01/12/2024	01/12/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Andrea Beard	Governor	28/03/2022	28/03/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Lauren Dearsley	Governor	01/12/2025	01/12/2029	Elected by parents
Tory Foster	Governor	01/12/2023	01/12/2027	Elected by parents
Mrs Leeann Goddard	Governor	01/09/2024	01/09/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Miss Louise Lazarus	Governor	01/01/2026	01/01/2030	Elected by school staff
Mrs Michelle Nicoll	Governor	27/03/2023	27/03/2027	Elected by parents
Mr Colin Raraty	Governor	21/04/2022	21/04/2026	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Natasha Simpson	Governor	01/04/2025	01/04/2029	Elected by parents
Amy Wareham	Governor	01/12/2023	01/12/2027	Appointed by LA
Mrs Sally Welland	Governor	01/12/2024	01/12/2028	Appointed by GB/board

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Rodings Primary School?

Rodings Primary School is a Foundation school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Dunmow, Essex.

How many pupils does Rodings Primary School have?

Rodings Primary School has 286 pupils, with a capacity of 270.

What is the age range at Rodings Primary School?

Rodings Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Who is the headteacher at Rodings Primary School?

The Headteacher at Rodings Primary School is Mr Colin Raraty.

Where is Rodings Primary School located?

Rodings Primary School is at Dunmow Road, Dunmow, CM6 1PZ, in the Essex local authority, East of England.

Does Rodings Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Rodings Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Rodings Primary School currently open?

Rodings Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Colin Raraty

Dunmow Road, Dunmow, CM6 1PZ

01279876288

www.rodingsprimaryschool.co.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 115266

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026