Bentley St Paul's Church of England Primary School
Brentwood, CM15 9SE · Essex · primary school
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209th 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 2,499 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.3/10 among them, against 7.0/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bentley St Paul's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in May 2026 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.3 out of 10 among them, against 7.0 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 202 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are available during the wraparound care hours? How does the new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Bentley St Paul's Church of England Primary School
Overview
Bentley St Paul’s Church of England Primary School provides a nurturing environment where pupils are happy, safe, and well-prepared for their next educational steps. The report highlights a “very broad and purposeful” personal development programme and effective pastoral support, noting that pupils achieve well by the end of Year 6. While most areas meet the expected standard, the school is identified as having a “strong standard” in personal development and wellbeing.
Strengths
- The personal development programme is “very broad and purposeful,” with values “deeply embedded across the school community.”
- Attendance rates are “above national averages” for all pupil groups, supported by clear processes and early identification of barriers.
- Pupils are “respectful and calm,” demonstrating positive behaviour and trusting that staff will resolve any unkindness quickly.
- Effective teaching in subjects like mathematics ensures pupils “understand the methods that they use and apply their knowledge accurately.”
- Staff are “well trained” in prioritised approaches such as phonics, and pupils with special educational needs receive appropriate, personalised support.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should identify “precise learning steps” for some pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities to ensure consistent progress.
- Leaders should develop consistency in teaching approaches, including the “effective use of questioning,” across all phases to deepen understanding.
- Governors should develop their knowledge in areas where it is “less secure” to challenge leaders’ decisions with “equal rigour.”
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an “open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility” and concerns actively managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 80% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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