Coppice Primary School
Chigwell, IG7 4AL · Redbridge · primary school
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35th of 49 primary schools in Redbridge we can score, 52 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 — 7.6/10 against 2,559 of them, against 6.5/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.87 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Coppice Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 12.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 432 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How has the teaching approach changed since the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Coppice Primary School
Overview
Coppice Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "welcoming, happy and diverse school community" where pupils are "friendly, polite and considerate." Leaders maintain high expectations for learning and behaviour, with a strong focus on character development and ensuring pupils feel safe.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy school, behave well, and report that bullying is rare, with staff acting quickly to resolve concerns.
- Reading is a priority; teachers systematically check phonics knowledge and carefully match books to ensure pupils become fluent.
- The curriculum is "carefully planned and well sequenced" in subjects like mathematics, allowing pupils to build knowledge over time.
- Staff effectively meet the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), breaking down learning so pupils experience success.
- Leaders provide supportive guidance to staff, ensuring workload is manageable, while governors offer necessary challenge and support.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is not yet sufficiently well planned and sequenced in all subjects, sometimes resulting in pupils learning disconnected facts or being overloaded with content.
- Some older readers who struggle do not receive adequate help; leaders must ensure all staff have phonics training and that these pupils consistently receive support to build fluency.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff promptly reporting concerns, leaders responding timely, and pupils learning how to keep themselves safe online and in person.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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