Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road is a community school serving families in Dagenham and the wider Barking and Dagenham area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road caters for mixed pupils from 3 to 11 years. With 451 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 472, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

Ofsted last inspected the school on 13 March 2024, awarding it a Outstanding rating. The report noted positive aspects of leadership, safeguarding and the school’s approach to pupil development.