Chipping Ongar Primary School
Ongar, CM5 9LA · Essex · primary school
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175th 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 4,298 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2/10 among them, against 5.7/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| 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.
Chipping Ongar Primary School 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%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, compared to the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2 out of 10 among them, against 5.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join art and karate clubs, participate in football, tag rugby, cross country, netball, athletics, table tennis, and karate, and attend a dance festival. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 208 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 curriculum support pupils aiming for the higher standard? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Chipping Ongar Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are happy, proud, and feel safe, underpinned by values of ‘respect, responsibility and resilience’. Leaders have designed a well-sequenced curriculum that helps pupils build knowledge effectively, supported by staff who are trained and supported. The inspection highlights exceptional provision for personal development and early years, noting that pupils develop strong leadership skills and emotional well-being.
Strengths
- Personal development is ‘exceptional’, with pupils benefiting from ‘Well-being Wednesdays’ and extensive leadership opportunities.
- Early years provision is outstanding, offering a ‘rich’ curriculum in a ‘calm, vibrant environment’ that fosters confident learners.
- Reading is a high priority, with a ‘highly engaging phonics programme’ ensuring most pupils read with confidence by Year 2.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the same curriculum as peers and ‘achieve well’ due to appropriate support.
- Staff appreciate leaders’ consideration of their workload and support for their well-being.
Areas to improve
- In some curriculum areas, teachers do not plan tasks carefully enough to ensure pupils gain necessary knowledge, requiring leaders to ensure staff have the skills to implement the curriculum effectively.
- A small number of disadvantaged pupils and pupils with SEND do not attend school as often as they should, missing important learning; leaders must continue working with families to improve attendance.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders ensuring appropriate checks are carried out, staff are trained to identify risks, and concerns are swiftly addressed in collaboration with relevant agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 35% |
| 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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