Quarry Hill Academy
Grays, RM17 5UT · Thurrock · primary school
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1st of 39 primary schools in Thurrock we can score. 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 — 9.8/10 against 3,615 of them, against 9.6/10 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 | 88.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.85 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| 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.
Quarry Hill Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 88.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 23.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in January 2023. 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 (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 501 pupils against a stated capacity of 510. 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 already reached the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Quarry Hill Academy
Overview
Quarry Hill Academy continues to be an outstanding school, providing a highly inclusive and calm environment where pupils are ‘very happy and safe’. Leaders maintain ‘extremely high expectations’ that every child will ‘aim high, fly high’, resulting in impressive achievement and exemplary behaviour across the school.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘very ambitious across all subject areas’, offering wide learning opportunities including educational visits and visiting speakers.
- Pupils demonstrate ‘exemplary’ behaviour, treating others with respect; bullying is rare and they embody core values of ‘responsibility, honesty and compassion’.
- Teachers quickly identify pupils needing extra help or with special educational needs, ensuring they ‘rapidly catch up’ and make ‘exceptional progress’.
- A ‘very strong culture of reading’ is embedded, with pupils becoming confident readers through engaging lessons and rich, varied texts.
- Staff feel ‘extremely supported’ by leaders regarding workload and well-being, while governors actively monitor actions with a ‘deep understanding’ of the school’s vision.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a ‘culture of vigilance’ ensuring robust processes, and pupils feel safe and confident in discussing concerns with adults.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 93% |
| 2023/24 | 97% |
| 2024/25 | 88% |
| 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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