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Council: Essex

Briscoe Primary School & Nursery

Basildon, Essex - SS13 1PN

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Broomfield Primary School

Chelmsford, Essex - CM1 7DN

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Broomfield Primary School is a very welcoming, happy and successful school. We have a very dedicated staff, with a strong team approach. At the heart of our ethos is our emphasis on ‘The Broomfield Way – 6Rs Approach’, teaching children to develop skills for life.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

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Broomgrove Infant School

Colchester, Essex - CO7 9QB

Reception - Year 2 (ages 4-7)

“We hope that you enjoy seeing your children's work and finding out about life at Broomgrove Infant School! We are a busy and friendly school, with lots going on. This website aims to give you a taster of the school, as well as providing regular updated information for both parents and pupils.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Broomgrove Junior School

Colchester, Essex - CO7 9QB

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

“Broomgrove Junior School is a friendly, caring and ambitious school and we are passionate about learning as well as social and emotional development and preparing children not just for secondary school, but for life.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Buckhurst Hill Community Primary School

Buckhurst Hill, Essex - IG9 6DS

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

Burnham-on-Crouch Primary School

Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex - CM0 8LG

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Our vision for our school is to become an ‘outstanding’ school to ensure your children receive the very best education and experiences.”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

Burnt Mill Academy

Harlow, Essex - CM20 2NR

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Burnt Mill is a caring and friendly school and our students tell us that when they come to school, they feel happy, safe and they enjoy their learning. This positive environment, where our students are supported and inspired to be the best that they can possibly be, enables every child to thrive.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Burrsville Infant Academy

Clacton-on-Sea, Essex - CO15 4HR

Reception - Year 2 (ages 4-7)

“At Burrsville we are committed to providing a rich and exciting curriculum to develop the confidence and enthusiasm for learning that will take our pupils through Infant to Junior and beyond. Our school motto is ‘Create a Joy in Learning for Every Child’ and this summarises our school values.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Buttsbury Primary School

Billericay, Essex - CM12 0QR

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“At Buttsbury Primary School we take the safeguarding of children very seriously. Our Child Protection Policy is below:”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

Camulos Academy

Colchester, Essex - CO4 6AL

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“We are a vibrant and dynamic community and provide a rich and exciting curriculum to develop the confidence and enthusiasm for learning that will take our pupils through Primary to Secondary and beyond.Our school motto is ‘Bringing learning to Life’ and this summarises our school values and…”

PrimarySince 2016No rating on record

Canewdon Church of England Primary School

Rochford, Essex - SS4 3QA

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“There has been a school in Canewdon since 1799 when it was decided by the Parish Vestry to build a small school and school house to educate parish children. This is the building now known as Vicarage Cottage. There are reports of a school being held in Canute House in the past.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

Cann Hall Primary School

Clacton-on-Sea, Essex - CO16 8DA

Year 1 - Year 6 (ages 5-11)

“We foster strong, supportive relationships between all members of our school community, so we can ensure that every child achieves their full potential and develops a lifelong passion for learning. We nurture resilience, enabling children to persevere, learn how to overcome challenges, and thrive.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery

Canvey Island, Essex - SS8 0JG

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 3-7)

“At Canvey Primary School and Nursery, we provide a safe and caring environment that prepares our children for a successful future, instilling the desire to learn, the will to succeed and the belief that learning is without limits.”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

Canvey Junior School

Canvey Island, Essex - SS8 0JG

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Castle View School

Canvey Island, Essex - SS8 7FH

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Castle View School and its colleagues take our role as educators very seriously and we embrace academic success and personal development equally. We view that developing the whole person and equipping them with the skills and values to navigate life (at school and beyond) is very important.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

Castledon School

Wickford, Essex - SS12 0PW

“Castledon School is a community special school based in Wickford, Essex, that aims to unlock the potential of learners aged 5 to 19 with moderate learning difficulties and complex needs. Our motto is "Unlocking Potential", and this is underpinned by our 3 key values:”

Not applicableEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Outstanding

Cedar Hall School

Benfleet, Essex - SS7 3UQ

Reception - Year 11 (ages 4-16)

Not applicableEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement

Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford

Chelmsford, Essex - CM2 6PT

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Here at Chancellor Park Primary School we strive to ensure that our pupils enjoy their time with us and are happy, confident and able to gain the necessary foundations in terms of skills to be successful in whatever future careers they pursue.”

PrimarySince 2004Ofsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

Chapel Hill Primary School & Nursery

Basildon, Essex - SS16 5NQ

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“The children will be provided with an excellent environment in which we can deliver an aspirational education where pupils can thrive.”

PrimaryNew schoolNo rating on record

Chappel CofE Controlled Primary School

Colchester, Essex - CO6 2DD

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“At Chappel, children are happy, safe and enthusiastic learners. Our engaging learning environments and extensive outdoor spaces encourage curiosity, exploration and a love of learning.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: InadequateQuality of education: Requires improvementCategory of concern