Earls Hall Primary School
Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 0QN · Southend-on-Sea · primary school
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8th of 27 primary schools in Southend-on-Sea we can score, 33 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 4,240 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.2/10 among them, against 6.8/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Earls Hall Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 19.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.2 out of 10 among them, against 6.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join the AOK Club and an after-school club. Sports include table tennis, kurling, boccia, carpet bowls, swimming, dance, and bike ability. Arts features steel band workshops, while trips visit Barleylands Farm and the Essex Outdoors site in Danbury.
Getting in
The published school roll is 638 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 similar-intake comparison score is lower than the national average, what specific strategies are used to support pupil progress? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Earls Hall Primary School
Overview
Earls Hall Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy attending and feel safe within a friendly community. The institution maintains high expectations for behaviour and learning, fostering an environment where students are respectful, responsible, and proud of their contributions to the school.
Strengths
- Pupils behave very well, creating a "calm and orderly" atmosphere where learning is rarely interrupted.
- The curriculum is "well-considered and broad," with knowledge sequenced effectively to support learning, particularly in reading and early years.
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a strength, ensuring they receive specific help to become "successful and resilient learners."
- Personal development is prioritised, with pupils supported to be mentally and physically healthy and confident in discussing their views.
- Leaders work effectively with governors and the local authority, providing knowledgeable advice and ensuring staff feel well supported.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, teachers do not always teach the curriculum as intended, leading to gaps in pupils' knowledge; the school must ensure systematic and consistent teaching across all subjects.
- Assessment systems are not well established in a few subjects, meaning staff do not always identify where pupils need further practice; effective systems must be in place so teachers know what pupils have already learned.
Safeguarding
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 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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