Northlands Primary School and Nursery
Basildon, SS13 3JQ · Essex · primary school
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230th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.4/10 against 2,100 of them, against 4.4/10 nationally. 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Northlands Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 4.0% achieved it, compared to the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 744 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
Since the higher standard attainment is 4.0% against a national median of 7%, what specific support is offered to pupils aiming for that level? How does the nursery phase transition into the main primary curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Northlands Primary School and Nursery
Overview
Pupils at Northlands Primary School and Nursery "love their school" due to the "exceptional experiences" provided through a broad and engaging curriculum. The inspection highlights "outstanding" personal development, where high expectations successfully raise pupils’ aspirations, alongside strong behaviour and effective support for those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from "engaging activities linked to art, poetry, music and a diverse array of books," fostering a deep love of learning.
- The reading curriculum is a particular strength, with most pupils becoming "fluent, confident readers" through regular practice and effective support.
- Personal development is "outstanding," supported by themed weeks and links to local businesses that enrich pupils’ understanding of different cultures and careers.
- Staff demonstrate "positivity and kindness," ensuring pupils feel cared for and that learning is rarely disrupted by poor behaviour.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "supported well" and often progress as well as their peers.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, key knowledge is "not always clearly identified," making it harder for pupils to build understanding and remember what they have learned.
- Too many pupils are absent too often, missing "crucial learning and the exceptional personal development" the school offers.
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 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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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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