Broomfield Primary School
Chelmsford, CM1 7DN · Essex · primary school
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257th 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 3,909 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.0/10 among them, against 3.8/10 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 | 49.0 · 17 | 40% | 0.69 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Broomfield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 49.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.0 out of 10 among them, against 3.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 417 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
Since the 2023 inspection, what specific steps have been taken to raise attainment in reading and writing? How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Broomfield Primary School
Overview
Broomfield Primary School continues to be a good school, with leaders having secured significant improvement in standards since the previous inspection. Pupils enjoy coming to school, behave well, and feel safe, supported by a strong ethos centred on six key virtues. The curriculum is largely well-planned and delivered, resulting in pupils accessing high-quality learning opportunities and achieving well.
Strengths
- Pupils are "exemplary role models" who take on responsibilities and celebrate each other’s success through valued awards.
- Leaders have "substantially improved" the curriculum, which is "planned in detail, organised logically and appropriately resourced."
- Staff deliver phonics and reading programmes well, ensuring pupils of all abilities "read fluently and independently" and for pleasure.
- There is a "calm and thoughtful approach" to behaviour, with timely support for pupils’ mental health and emotional well-being.
- Staff feel "well supported by leaders" regarding workload and work-life balance, fostering a positive staff culture.
Areas to improve
- Leaders and governors must establish monitoring systems to address gaps in strategic oversight, particularly regarding persistent absence and the use of additional funding.
- Leaders should ensure planning, assessment, and staff training work collectively so that pupils develop the "complex understanding" intended in subjects where training is less developed.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to refer concerns and leaders ensuring vulnerable pupils access the right services in a timely way.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 49% |
| 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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