Rayne Primary and Nursery School
Braintree, CM77 6BZ · Essex · primary school
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366th 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 the 4,242 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.7/10 among them, against 3.0/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.27 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rayne Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.7 out of 10 among them, against 3.0 out of 10 nationally. The school was inspected in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils visit Colchester Castle, the London Transport Museum, Frinton, All Saints Church, Bawdsey Manor, and participate in a Victorian Day, Sports Championship, and role play adventure visit.
Getting in
The published school roll is 213 pupils against a stated capacity of 259. 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 to close the gap between the 48.0% expected standard and the 64% national median? What specific steps are taken to improve outcomes for the 1.7 out of 10 ranking in similar-intake schools?
What Ofsted said about Rayne Primary and Nursery School
Overview
The report describes an inclusive school where pupils feel safe, valued, and ready to learn. While leaders have redesigned the curriculum and established strong pastoral support, the inspection identifies inconsistencies in teaching and behaviour management that prevent some pupils from achieving as well as they could.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
- Attendance is "broadly in line with the national average" and has improved through flexible approaches and close tracking.
- Pupils belong to an "inclusive, ambitious and open-minded community" with positive relationships and a clear sense of values.
- Early years provision offers a "secure start," with staff effectively supporting children’s communication and settling into routines.
- Leaders provide effective training and support for staff, ensuring workload is manageable and subject knowledge is developed.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must improve the consistency of teaching so staff routinely check understanding and adapt learning, ensuring pupils build knowledge securely.
- Achievement gaps in reading, writing, and mathematics need addressing to ensure all pupils are well prepared for the next stage of education.
- Approaches to behaviour must be applied consistently in lessons and at playtimes to address low-level disruption.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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