Jotmans Hall Primary School
Benfleet, SS7 5RG · Essex · primary school
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284th 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 — 6.0/10 against 3,727 of them, against 5.9/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Jotmans Hall Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 9.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school 'Requires improvement' in July 2024.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a Woodland Club, along with breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 304 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard? What specific actions are being taken to address the 'Requires improvement' rating?
What Ofsted said about Jotmans Hall Primary School
Overview
The inspection found that while the school is making significant improvements, it currently requires improvement in overall effectiveness, the quality of education, leadership, and early years provision. Pupils generally enjoy a positive environment characterised by good behaviour and personal development, but inconsistencies in teaching clarity and curriculum implementation hinder their learning progress.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate good conduct based on the ‘E.R.I.C’ values, showing respect and kindness in their interactions.
- There are many opportunities to broaden pupils’ horizons through extra-curricular clubs, school trips, and taking on responsibilities such as anti-bullying ambassadors.
- The school successfully improves attendance by tracking absences promptly and collaborating with external agencies for mental health support.
- Leaders have made positive strides in strengthening phonics and reading programmes, including daily paired reading sessions.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should expedite the refinement of the curriculum from Reception to Year 6 and establish clear methods for staff to assess pupils’ learning.
- Leaders need training and support to effectively monitor teaching and provide consistent feedback to staff, particularly in early reading.
- The school must maintain consistent communication with parents of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities regarding their child’s support.
Safeguarding
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 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 42% |
| 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
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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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