All Saints Maldon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Maldon, CM9 6HY · Essex · primary school
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294th of 391 primary schools in Essex we can score, 444 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.6/10 against 3,042 of them, against 3.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
All Saints Maldon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Performance Choir and The Up Club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 316 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
Since the last inspection was in 2022, what specific steps have been taken to improve attainment in reading and writing? How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about All Saints Maldon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
All Saints Maldon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School continues to be a good school. It is described as a "happy and safe place" where pupils love attending and respect differences. The school provides a well-designed curriculum that engages learners and supports their personal development effectively.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, with bullying being "exceptionally rare" and staff resolving issues quickly through mediation.
- The ‘shine’ curriculum is well designed, with clear topic links and detailed plans ensuring pupils build secure knowledge over time.
- Teachers have good subject knowledge and make lessons engaging, helping pupils with special educational needs access an ambitious curriculum.
- Reading is fundamental, with books closely matched to pupils’ knowledge and a new scheme starting early in Reception.
- Leaders maintain high expectations for staff and pupils, ensuring changes do not negatively affect staff workload.
Areas to improve
- Leaders need to ensure all staff have the right knowledge and training to implement the new phonics scheme consistently, as some pupils are not getting consistent support.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff knowing how to spot risks and concerns being followed up quickly and referred appropriately.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 51% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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