Benyon Primary School
South Ockendon, RM15 6PG · Thurrock · primary school
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12th of 39 primary schools in Thurrock we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.1/10 against 3,623 of them, against 8.6/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Benyon Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 15.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the choir.
Getting in
The published school roll is 431 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in the choir?
What Ofsted said about Benyon Primary School
Overview
Benyon Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "warm and friendly" community where pupils are "polite and courteous." The report highlights a "well-planned curriculum" that builds carefully on pupils’ knowledge, resulting in a "deep understanding of topics" and enthusiastic engagement in learning.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well-planned" with subject leaders regularly evaluating documents to ensure knowledge is revisited and retained.
- Staff use "effective questioning" to encourage lively discussions, helping pupils develop confidence and a "deep understanding of topics."
- High-quality phonics lessons and carefully matched reading books support pupils in becoming "fluent and confident readers."
- Pupils’ physical and mental well-being is prioritised through sporting competitions and peer support roles, ensuring "active and well-supported playtimes."
- Attendance has "significantly improved" due to effective support for individuals and families.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure adaptations and interventions for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are used "effectively and consistently well," as progress is not always maximised.
- Staff must adopt a "consistent approach" to rewards and consequences to prevent confusion and ensure pupils understand behavioural expectations.
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 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 49% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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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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