Boreham Primary School
Chelmsford, CM3 3DB · Essex · primary school
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129th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.2/10 against 3,450 of them, against 6.7/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Boreham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 19.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access Essex Music Provision, and the school offers both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 212 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
With the roll exceeding capacity by 2, how does the school manage class sizes during the entry year? Since the higher standard result is 19.0%, what specific support is available for pupils aiming to exceed expectations? How is the Essex Music Provision integrated into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Boreham Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as proud members of a “friendly school” where they “feel safe and enjoy coming to school.” The report highlights that “skilful teachers” deliver lessons that “deepen pupils’ knowledge” and inspire independence, resulting in high achievement across the board. The school has moved from a previous rating of ‘Requires improvement’ to ‘Good’ in all categories, including overall effectiveness.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious and broad,” encouraging pupils to “discover, explore and create” and preparing them well for secondary education.
- Reading is the “highest priority,” with staff “expertly deliver[ing] phonics” and closely monitoring progress so pupils become “fluent and confident readers.”
- Teachers successfully adapt learning for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), providing “in-depth training” and swift support.
- Pupils demonstrate “positive and respectful behaviour” and engage enthusiastically in a wide range of clubs, trips, and community activities.
- Leaders have built “positive relationships with staff and parents,” prioritising staff well-being and providing valuable professional development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers use assessment “consistently well in all subjects,” as processes to check progress are not yet fully developed in a few areas.
- The school should ensure pupils’ written work across all subjects meets the same high standard as in English, as teachers do not always insist on this quality elsewhere.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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