Bournemouth Park Academy
Southend-on-Sea, SS2 5JN · Southend-on-Sea · primary school
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13th of 27 primary schools in Southend-on-Sea we can score, 33 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 — 6.4/10 against 1,537 of them, against 5.2/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 62% | 3.03 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 38% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bournemouth Park Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, matching the national median of 64%. 8.0% reached the higher standard, compared to the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in basketball, goalball, super sports, panathlon, and cricket. Trips include paddle boarding, raft building, obstacle courses, fencing, and low ropes. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 534 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 in reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Bournemouth Park Academy
Overview
Bournemouth Park Academy is described as a place where pupils are "polite, courteous and respectful" and feel safe. The school delivers an "ambitious, clear and well-sequenced curriculum" with secure subject knowledge among staff, resulting in positive attitudes to learning. Leaders and the trust work effectively to drive rapid improvements, creating a "calm, caring and purposeful environment" for all pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes to learning" and are "generally attentive in lessons," contributing ideas that help them achieve well.
- The school has "prioritised reading," with "consistent, high-quality phonics teaching" ensuring most pupils quickly learn to read and catch up if needed.
- The environment is "inclusive," with appropriate adaptations allowing pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to access learning alongside peers and make "strong progress."
- Staff are "very happy," feeling well supported with their well-being, workload, and ongoing training to develop their expertise.
- Early years provision is strong, with children developing "secure early English and mathematical knowledge and skills" and being well prepared for Year 1.
Areas to improve
- Some early readers lack opportunities to re-read words and sentences with adults, hindering the development of fluency; staff need expertise to support this.
- In a few subjects, teachers do not consistently check that pupils retain key knowledge, leading to gaps in learning; staff must check understanding effectively without increasing workload.
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 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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