Explore other schools in this area
See every school around CM1 1PA on an interactive map — Ofsted, phase filters, GCSE context where published, and Parent View themes.
Open schools map →🎓 SchoolPrimary
The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford
Victoria Road, The Cathedral C of E primary, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1PA, Essex
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
59.1 / 100
Top 41%
Better than 59% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
313
Capacity
315
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong performance, particularly in Key Stage 2 where 74% of students meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 25% nationally. While only 4% achieve a higher standard, the overall results indicate a solid foundation for academic success. Parents may appreciate the school's favorable LocaleIQ score, which suggests it performs better than 59% of schools in the area.
Explore this location
Start from postcode CM1 1PA — compare nearby schools or open the full live area report.
Explore the area around The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford
Crime trends, planning applications, licensed HMOs, roadworks, and neighbourhood context — the same postcode workflow LocaleIQ uses for moving and schools research.
Open area analysis →Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 2 November 2021Older inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 74% | Top 25% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 4% | Bottom 32% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British56.5%
White Other8.3%
Black African8.3%
Asian Indian7.3%
Mixed W+Asian2.6%
Mixed W+B African2.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.2%
Other2.2%
Mixed Other1.9%
Asian Other1.6%
Asian Chinese1.3%
Black Other1.0%
Asian Pakistani1.0%
Black Caribbean0.3%
Location
Loading map…
51.73645, 0.47609 · CM1 1PA
School details
Local authorityEssex
RegionEast of England
URN115289
School typeVoluntary aided school
Websitewww.cathedralschool.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford rated by Ofsted?
The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 2 November 2021.
Is The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford a good school?
The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford scores 59.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 41% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What are the best schools near CM1 1PA?
Use the LocaleIQ map to explore all schools near CM1 1PA with Ofsted ratings, GCSE results, and parent reviews overlaid. You can filter by Primary, Secondary, Nursery or College.