Edward Francis Primary School
Rayleigh, SS6 8AJ · Essex · primary school
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261st 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 3,899 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0/10 among them, against 3.7/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Edward Francis Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 6.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 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 3.7 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 423 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
How does the school support pupils to bridge the gap between the current 57.0% attainment rate and the national median? What specific strategies are in place to improve the 2.0 out of 10 ranking among similar-intake schools?
What Ofsted said about Edward Francis Primary School
Overview
Edward Francis Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are described as "happy and safe" with "positive attitudes to learning." Leaders have designed an "ambitious curriculum" that inspires success, particularly in computing and history, while fostering a culture where bullying "hardly ever happens."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well organised," with subject leaders clearly planning what pupils should learn and ensuring they revisit and practise key knowledge.
- Pupils achieve well in English and mathematics, supported by "effective assessment strategies" and targeted help for those needing extra support.
- Reading is a high priority; pupils read a "wide range of different texts," and staff receive effective training to teach phonics, helping early readers catch up quickly.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) benefit from "high-quality support," with early identification and clear guidance for teachers.
- Staff feel "very well supported by leaders," who are mindful of well-being, while governors provide "effective support" and parents are "overwhelmingly positive."
Areas to improve
- Assessment processes in foundation subjects "lack clarity," meaning teachers do not have a "thorough understanding" of how well pupils are remembering key knowledge in these areas.
- Leaders should ensure teachers accurately assess what pupils are learning in each year group to properly gauge progress across all subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with established systems, frequent staff training, and timely responses to concerns to keep pupils safe from harm.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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