Felsted Primary School
Dunmow, CM6 3EB · Essex · primary school
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128th 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 3,159 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.1/10 among them, against 6.7/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Felsted Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 15.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.1 out of 10 among them, against 6.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in cross country, dodgeball, indoor athletics, boccia, curling, cheerleading, and multi-sports.
Getting in
The published school roll is 197 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 support is available for children who need extra help with reading? How does the school manage the transition for pupils moving to secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Felsted Primary School
Overview
Felsted Primary School is judged ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, maintaining high standards since its previous ‘Outstanding’ rating. Pupils are described as “polite, friendly and helpful” with positive relationships with staff, benefiting from a “broad, ambitious curriculum” that supports strong academic progress.
Strengths
- The curriculum is detailed and well-taught, ensuring pupils “remember more knowledge” and build on previous learning effectively.
- Reading is prioritised with high-quality phonics teaching; teachers “carefully choose books that match the sounds that pupils are learning” to support practice.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “supported effectively to make progress” through personalised curricula and well-trained staff.
- There is a “vast range of opportunities” including clubs, leadership roles, and community links that help pupils develop as “active and respectful citizens”.
- Staff workload is considered, and there is an “open-door culture” where everyone feels they can contribute to the school’s growth.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure the curriculum in newer subjects is taught as intended and that pupils are remembering key knowledge to the same high standard as in other subjects.
- Staff expectations of behaviour during unstructured times, such as lunchtime, are inconsistent; the school should ensure consistent expectations throughout the day to reduce inappropriate behaviour.
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 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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