Elm Hall Primary School
Witham, CM8 2SD · Essex · primary school
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323rd 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 3,948 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 2.1/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| 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.
Elm Hall Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2 out of 10 among them, against 2.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Gardening, ICT, Arts and Crafts, Forest School, Brownies, and Keep-fit clubs, alongside football, netball, and kickboxing. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 228 pupils against a stated capacity of 223. 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 curriculum support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading?
What Ofsted said about Elm Hall Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Elm Hall Primary School are described as happy and thriving in a "calm environment" where they feel safe and supported. The report highlights that staff maintain high expectations, fostering strong relationships and a positive culture where pupils work hard and enjoy learning.
Strengths
- Personal development is a particular strength, with pupils inspired by projects and enrichment days that promote values such as "believing, growing, owning, respecting and collaborating".
- Early years provision is excellent, with children getting off to a "flying start" through carefully chosen activities that motivate and engage them.
- Reading is well taught, with staff following a phonics scheme "precisely and consistently" and providing swift support for those who need it.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "extremely well supported", with staff identifying needs quickly and making effective adaptations.
- Behaviour is good, with pupils responding well to clear rules and routines, and those finding it harder to manage their behaviour receiving effective support.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, teachers do not ensure pupils are secure in understanding important subject knowledge before moving on to new learning, meaning pupils "do not achieve as well as they could in all curriculum areas".
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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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