Janet Duke Primary School
Basildon, SS15 5LS · Essex · primary school
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350th 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 — 1.5/10 against 903 of them, against 1.3/10 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 | 38.0 · 7 | 40% | 0.27 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.60 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Janet Duke Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0% of pupils, 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 (1.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join football and tag rugby teams, with both a breakfast club and an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 611 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 strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Janet Duke Primary School
Overview
Janet Duke Primary School is described as a “friendly and supportive learning environment” where pupils feel safe and proud. The report highlights an “interesting and ambitious curriculum” with strong teaching practices, particularly in reading and phonics, resulting in good behaviour and personal development. However, inconsistencies in curriculum planning, specifically in the early years and a few other subjects, mean some pupils miss out on key knowledge.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy learning in an environment with a “good atmosphere” where they work well together as a “good team”.
- Teachers have “secure subject knowledge” and effectively check understanding, ensuring pupils grasp key concepts before moving on.
- There is a “consistent approach to teaching phonics”, helping children learn sounds swiftly and read accurately and fluently.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive tailored support, allowing them to access the same curriculum and “achieve well”.
- Leaders foster a culture of respect and tolerance, with pupils understanding values such as honesty and that “everyone is welcome in the school”.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure clarity in curriculum intent for all subjects, as some programmes do not identify the most important knowledge pupils need to learn and recall.
- The early years curriculum requires improvement to provide a “broad and balanced curriculum experience”, addressing gaps in knowledge across all areas of learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff being “extremely vigilant” in noticing signs of risk and reporting concerns immediately.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 41% |
| 2023/24 | 39% |
| 2024/25 | 38% |
| 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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