Ghyllgrove Primary School
Basildon, SS14 2BG · Essex · primary school
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377th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.8/10 against 2,066 of them, against 1.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 49.0 · 17 | 62% | 1.06 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 1.0 · 21 | 38% | 0.82 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ghyllgrove Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 49.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 1.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Paws Club and participate in football, netball, dodgeball, multi-skill, athletics, cricket, basketball, and skipping. Trips include a Year 6 residential and a visit to Harry Potter Studios. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 630 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Year 6 residential trip? How does the school manage class sizes when the roll is at full capacity?
What Ofsted said about Ghyllgrove Primary School
Overview
Ghyllgrove Primary School is described as a place where pupils enjoy attending because they feel safe and supported by positive professional relationships with adults. The report highlights that the school has made "significant improvements" in recent years, implementing a "broad, ambitious and balanced curriculum" that helps most pupils achieve well. Staff maintain high expectations for behaviour, resulting in calm lessons where pupils are polite and considerate.
Strengths
- The curriculum in most subjects is well-structured, with knowledge and vocabulary clearly identified to build effectively on prior learning.
- Reading is a priority; children learn phonics quickly, and teachers provide effective support to ensure pupils become "fluent and confident readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are fully integrated and make strong progress through carefully adapted teaching.
- Personal development is a strength, with a curriculum focusing on well-being, safety, and democratic participation through opportunities like the school council.
- Attendance is improving quickly due to stronger, supportive relationships with families and efforts to overcome barriers to regular attendance.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, the curriculum does not clearly identify the vocabulary and knowledge pupils should learn over time, leading to gaps in learning.
- The school should ensure the curriculum enables pupils to secure new learning and build effectively on previous knowledge across the full range of subjects.
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 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 49% |
| 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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