Doddinghurst Church of England Junior School
Brentwood, CM15 0NJ · Essex · primary school
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310th 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 3,465 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0/10 among them, against 2.6/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Doddinghurst Church of England Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0 out of 10 among them, against 2.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Forest School, Compass Sports, PC, and Roo.
Getting in
The published school roll is 223 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Forest School sessions?
What Ofsted said about Doddinghurst Church of England Junior School
Overview
Doddinghurst Church of England Junior School is judged as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories. Pupils are described as ‘happy and safe’, displaying a ‘good work ethic’ and positive attitudes towards learning. The school provides a broad curriculum that effectively prepares pupils for secondary education, supported by strong leadership and trust collaboration.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious’ and ‘broad’, with staff possessing ‘secure subject knowledge’ who explain concepts clearly.
- Reading is prioritised, with daily practice helping pupils develop ‘fluency’ and a ‘deep and rich vocabulary’.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the same curriculum and ‘make strong progress’ with skilled support.
- Behaviour is exemplary; pupils are ‘polite and well-mannered’, understanding clear rules and showing ‘kindness and compassion’.
- Leaders and the trust ‘work well together’, sharing aims and ensuring governors maintain a strong link to the community.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not always ‘identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge and check for misconceptions accurately or quickly enough’.
- The school must ensure assessment is used ‘consistently and effectively in all subjects’ to address misconceptions and revisit important knowledge.
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 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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