Greenways Primary School
Southend-on-Sea, SS1 3BS · Southend-on-Sea · primary school
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18th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.1/10 against 2,689 of them, against 4.5/10 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 | 61.0 · 41 | 62% | 2.55 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Greenways Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 856 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,050. 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 take place during the after-school club? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Greenways Primary School
Overview
Greenways Primary School is described as a place where "pupils enjoy school" and develop "positive relationships" grounded in mutual respect. Leaders are successfully directing the school through a period of change, with staff benefiting from trust support that reduces unnecessary workload. The inspection highlights a "well-sequenced and aspirational curriculum" and strong provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), though inconsistencies in assessment and behaviour management remain.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well-sequenced and aspirational," helping pupils, including those with SEND, learn knowledge in a "logical order."
- Reading is prioritised from the start; staff use "familiar routines and resources," ensuring pupils "read with increasing confidence and fluency."
- Provision for pupils with SEND is a "strength," with staff accurately identifying needs and adapting learning so these pupils "make strong progress."
- Staff have "high expectations" of behaviour and learning, resulting in pupils who are "interested, engaged learners who achieve well."
- The school promotes a "highly inclusive culture," preparing pupils to become "responsible, active citizens" through trips, assemblies, and community support.
Areas to improve
- Assessment checks in some subjects are "not used effectively," leading to gaps in knowledge as staff fail to identify "appropriate next steps for pupils."
- The behaviour policy is "not implemented consistently" during social times, such as on the playground, allowing some pupils to "repeat unacceptable 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 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| 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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