Merrylands Primary School
Basildon, SS15 6QS · Essex · primary school
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356th 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 — 2.2/10 against 2,959 of them, against 2.6/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 62% | 1.48 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 38% | 1.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Merrylands Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% 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 (2.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers swimming, a breakfast club, and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 542 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 activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school monitor progress for pupils in the top 3.0% who reach the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Merrylands Primary School
Overview
Merrylands Primary School is described as a "welcoming, caring community" where pupils "enjoy school" and feel safe. Despite significant disruption caused by building closures due to reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC), leaders have established a "strong vision for the quality of education" with effective teaching in core subjects. The school is highly inclusive, ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "fully part of the school."
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate good behaviour, understanding and following values of "respect, perseverance and kindness."
- Teachers provide "effective support to address any misunderstandings," ensuring pupils have a "solid foundation" for future learning.
- The "well-planned enrichment programme" includes diverse clubs and educational visits that "broaden their interests."
- Children in Reception and Nursery "get off to a flying start" through an ambitious curriculum that develops independence.
- Staff are "very well supported with their well-being and workload," benefiting from high-quality training.
Areas to improve
- Some leaders need to develop skills to "effectively evaluate and articulate the impact of the curriculum" to ensure consistent delivery across all subjects.
- The school must review strategies to reduce persistent absence, as a "significant number of disadvantaged pupils still do not attend school on a regular basis," leading to learning gaps.
- Teachers should regularly check if reading books are challenging enough for pupils reading for pleasure, as some are currently "not challenged."
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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