Grove Wood Primary School
Rayleigh, SS6 8UA · Essex · primary school
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124th 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 3,708 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9/10 among them, against 6.3/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 62% | 3.18 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 38% | 3.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Grove Wood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9 out of 10 among them, against 6.3 out of 10 nationally.
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 working towards the expected standard? What specific trips or clubs are available for Year 6? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll matches capacity?
What Ofsted said about Grove Wood Primary School
Overview
Grove Wood Primary School is described as a "happy, vibrant school" where "pupils are at the centre of everything." The inspection found that the school "prepares them exceptionally well for their future lives" and provides a "great start to their educational journey." Leaders and governors are "highly reflective" and "relentless in their drive" to provide the best possible experiences for all pupils.
Strengths
- The curriculum is precise, enabling pupils to "build their knowledge securely over time" and make connections between subjects.
- Pupils’ behaviour is "impeccable," with students being "polite, friendly and welcoming" and embodying the school’s SPARK values.
- Staff deliver lessons "consistently and effectively," using skilled assessment to address learning gaps promptly.
- There is a strong promotion of reading, with "high-quality texts" linking to the wider curriculum and effective phonics support for early readers.
- The school offers "exciting and unusual experiences," such as winning awards for gardening and building racing cars, enriching pupils’ learning.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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