Lift Hockley
Hockley, SS5 4UR · Essex · primary school
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118th 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 — 8.9/10 against 3,159 of them, against 9.2/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 13 | 35% | 0.45 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 29.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.44 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lift Hockley overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 29.0% 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 (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 331 pupils against a stated capacity of 330. 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 recent inspection using the new framework, which specific areas received the highest grades? How does the school support pupils in reaching the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Lift Hockley
Overview
Lift Hockley is a school where pupils achieve above national averages in reading, writing, and mathematics, supported by strong leadership and a positive culture. The report highlights that pupils feel safe, are well-prepared for their next stage of education, and benefit from effective support for those with additional needs or disadvantaged backgrounds.
Strengths
- Pupils consistently achieve above national averages, with disadvantaged pupils making strong progress and catching up well.
- Attendance is tracked with care, resulting in low persistent absence and rapid improvement for pupils with low attendance.
- Behaviour is positive, with pupils building trusting relationships with staff and showing resilience and curiosity.
- Staff provide timely, targeted support to close learning gaps, ensuring all pupils can succeed.
- The early years curriculum supports children effectively, helping them leave well prepared for Year 1.
Areas to improve
- Staff should consistently revisit content in some subjects to help pupils build on concepts and deepen learning over time.
- Leaders should ensure staff routinely check pupils’ understanding of the curriculum, including in PSHE, to securely build deep knowledge.
- The personal development programme should be better tailored to the school’s context to help pupils build a deeper understanding of character.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified, acted upon, and managed, ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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