Mountnessing Church of England Primary School
Brentwood, CM15 0UH · Essex · primary school
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39th 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 — 9.3/10 against 4,107 of them, against 9.0/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mountnessing Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 19.0% 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 (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 191 pupils against a stated capacity of 195. 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 curriculum support pupils who have reached the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for pupils who did not meet the expected standard in reading?
What Ofsted said about Mountnessing Church of England Primary School
Overview
Mountnessing Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are enthusiastic about learning and feel safe within a valued community. The report highlights a broad and rich curriculum that prepares pupils well for the next stage of their education, supported by respectful relationships and high expectations from staff.
Strengths
- Pupils are "friendly and polite," with "respectful" relationships between pupils and adults.
- The curriculum is "ambitious across a broad range of subjects," with teachers adapting it so pupils with special educational needs learn well alongside peers.
- Leaders prioritise reading, introducing a new phonics programme where books are "closely matched to the sounds they are learning."
- Governors and the trust work effectively, being "rigorous in holding leaders to account" for improving education quality.
- Extracurricular clubs and school visits support pupils’ wider development, helping them discuss "different cultures, traditions and beliefs" confidently.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure staff receive guidance to deliver the new phonics and early reading programme "consistently well," particularly when supporting less confident readers.
- Leaders must ensure staff are clear about the "sequence of learning" to prevent lessons from deviating from the planned curriculum, which can hinder knowledge retention.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and leaders maintaining clear records to ensure pupils and families receive necessary support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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