Larchwood Primary School
Brentwood, CM15 9NG · Essex · primary school
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141st 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 — 6.9/10 against 3,670 of them, against 6.5/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Larchwood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 15.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (6.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 420 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
With the roll matching the capacity exactly, how does the school manage entry-year availability for new families? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs integrate with the main curriculum? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Larchwood Primary School
Overview
Larchwood Primary School is described as a “happy and welcoming” environment where pupils are “kind” and “respect each other.” The report highlights a strong ethos where staff expect pupils to work hard, fostering a culture of “achievement and enjoyment” that prepares children well for their future learning.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “carefully designed” with a “logical order,” allowing pupils to apply knowledge to increasingly complex tasks in many subjects.
- Early years provision is praised, with children making a “flying start” in Reception due to staff expertise in identifying needs and high-quality interactions.
- Personal development is exceptional, with pupils benefiting from “high-quality enrichment opportunities” such as museum trips, international visitors, and extensive extra-curricular activities.
- Reading is a “highlight of the school day,” supported by well-trained staff who help pupils sound out and blend words to become “confident readers.”
- Staff are “incredibly well-respected and supported,” creating a positive environment where they are “immensely proud” to be part of the school.
Areas to improve
- Staff should ensure pupils secure the “building blocks of knowledge” before attempting complex work, as occasionally pupils are expected to complete tasks before they are ready.
- The school and trust must improve systems to reduce persistent absence among a small group of pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, to prevent gaps in learning.
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 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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