Christchurch Church of England Primary School
Chelmsford, CM3 6JS · Essex · primary school
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390th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.3/10 against 2,305 of them, against 0.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 33.0 · 4 | 40% | 0.17 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.21 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Christchurch Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 33.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.7 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in March 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Mindfulness, Gardening, Cross Stitch, and Board Games clubs, or learn Band, Piano, or Guitar. Sports include Mega Ballers Football, Multi Sports, and Swimming. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 109 pupils against a stated capacity of 175. 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 have not yet reached the expected standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard? How does the new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Christchurch Church of England Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders are providing stability following a period of turbulence, with positive changes beginning to emerge. While safeguarding, attendance, behaviour, and early years provision meet expected standards, inconsistencies in teaching and curriculum design mean that pupils’ achievement is currently below national averages. Leaders acknowledge that more work is needed to ensure pupils are better prepared for secondary school.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
- Attendance and behaviour have improved, with lessons typically "free from disruption" and pupils showing "positive attitudes towards their learning."
- Early years provision is effective, with children leaving Reception "well prepared for Year 1" due to a coherent curriculum focusing on reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Personal development is supported by a "well designed" PSHE curriculum and new roles that help pupils develop confidence and responsibility.
- Staff effectively identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, working closely with external professionals.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure staff use learning checks to adapt teaching and "close pupils' gaps in knowledge," particularly in writing and mathematics.
- A "consistent and effective approach to the teaching of writing" is needed from Year 1 through to Year 6.
- Leaders need to evaluate the impact of new initiatives and improve communication with parents and carers.
Safeguarding
The report states that "safeguarding standards are met," noting that leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 17% |
| 2023/24 | 18% |
| 2024/25 | 33% |
| 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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