Bentfield Primary School and Nursery
Stansted, CM24 8DX · Essex · primary school
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78th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,899 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.1/10 among them, against 7.8/10 nationally. 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 25% | 2.32 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bentfield Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 21.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.1 out of 10 among them, against 7.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 208 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. 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
How does the curriculum support pupils who are working towards the higher standard? What specific support is available for children who have not yet reached the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Bentfield Primary School and Nursery
Overview
Bentfield Primary School and Nursery continues to be a good school, described as an "inclusive, friendly and welcoming" environment where pupils enjoy learning. The report highlights strong relationships, high expectations for behaviour, and a curriculum that is particularly well-designed in English and mathematics.
Strengths
- Pupils are "polite and well mannered," showing "respect, tolerance and understanding" for others.
- The curriculum is "ambitious for all pupils," with knowledge in English and mathematics identified "precisely" and organised logically.
- Reading is a priority; pupils learn phonics well and read "confidently and fluently," supported by a new "reading spine" initiative.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "supported well" within an inclusive curriculum adapted to their needs.
- Children in the early years get off to a "strong start," benefiting from "meaningful and purposeful" engagement with adults.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must use assessment consistently in foundation subjects to ensure they have the information needed to plan effectively and build on previous learning.
- Pupils require more high-quality opportunities to develop and practise writing across the curriculum to ensure consistent depth and quality.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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
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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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