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Ford End Church of England Primary School
Main Road, Ford End, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 1LQ, Essex
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
50.9 / 100
Top 49%
Better than 51% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
64
Capacity
84
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
76%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates a solid performance, particularly with 64% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 52% nationally. While the percentage of pupils achieving the higher standard is lower at 9%, the school benefits from a small, close-knit community of 64 pupils, which can enhance individual attention and support. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for young learners in Essex.
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Last inspected: 15 November 2023Quality 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%. | 64% | Bottom 48% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 9% | Top 41% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British90.6%
White Other3.1%
Asian Bangladeshi3.1%
Mixed W+Asian1.6%
Black Other1.6%
Location
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51.82363, 0.43475 · CM3 1LQ
School details
Local authorityEssex
RegionEast of England
URN148210
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.fordendschool.com/
Frequently asked questions
What is Ford End Church of England Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Ford End Church of England Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 15 November 2023.
Is Ford End Church of England Primary School a good school?
Ford End Church of England Primary School scores 50.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 49% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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