St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Halstead
Halstead, CO9 2BH · Essex · primary school
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136th 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 — 7.0/10 against 3,899 of them, against 6.7/10 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 40% | 3.62 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Halstead overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 3.0%, 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 (7.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Forest School.
Getting in
The published school roll is 211 pupils against a stated capacity of 225. 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 Forest School programme fit into the weekly timetable? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Halstead
Overview
St Andrew’s Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are happy and feel safe. The report highlights a positive culture where adults are kind, and pupils demonstrate a "positive attitude to their learning" and determination to succeed. Leaders are ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring inclusive and effective support.
Strengths
- Pupils are "welcoming" and inclusive, with daily collective worship helping to "cultivate a love of life and learning".
- Reading is a priority; the phonics curriculum is taught consistently, and pupils show a "passion for reading" and enthusiasm for books.
- Behaviour is "calm in lessons and at break times", with bullying seldom occurring and pupils trusting adults to resolve issues.
- Staff use assessment to identify knowledge gaps and provide targeted support, ensuring pupils with SEND achieve well alongside peers.
- The wider curriculum offers "broad and rich experiences", such as residential activity weeks and visits, developing skills like teamwork.
Areas to improve
- Leaders need to provide support and training for new subject leaders to effectively check curriculum quality and ensure pupils retain knowledge for future learning stages.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with detailed records, appropriate checks on adults, and well-trained staff who understand local risks.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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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