Long Ridings Primary School
Brentwood, CM13 1DU · Essex · primary school
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44th 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 — 8.5/10 against 4,088 of them, against 8.7/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 23.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.37 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Long Ridings Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 23.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. 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 (8.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 392 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
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll of 392?
What Ofsted said about Long Ridings Primary School
Overview
Long Ridings Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are described as "enthusiastic and happy learners" who are "proud of their school." The inspection confirms that students achieve well, particularly in reading, and benefit from a curriculum that fosters resilience, kindness, and a strong sense of community.
Strengths
- Pupils display "positive attitudes to learning," producing "high-quality work" and demonstrating confidence in articulating their thoughts.
- The school prioritises reading, with effective phonics teaching and targeted support ensuring pupils "achieve well in reading."
- Staff are skilled at helping pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) regulate behaviour and improve self-esteem.
- Pupils behave well, showing "thoughtful and considerate" interactions and a developed sense of self-control.
- Leaders and governors work effectively together, ensuring staff receive "targeted and effective training" and maintain reasonable workloads.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, teaching approaches are not yet fully developed, meaning some pupils’ knowledge "does not develop as securely as it could."
- In some subjects, staff do not provide precise enough help for pupils with SEND, hindering their independence and learning progress.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that governors ensure the school has a "strong safeguarding culture."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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