St Katherine's Church of England Primary School
Canvey Island, SS8 9QA · Essex · primary school
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271st 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 4,169 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1/10 among them, against 3.5/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Katherine's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 6.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1 out of 10 among them, against 3.5 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 213 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 who are below the national median in literacy and numeracy? What specific strategies are used to help students reach the higher standard? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about St Katherine's Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils at St Katherine’s Church of England Primary School are described as “respectful and kind,” living up to their motto to “Love your neighbour as yourself.” The school provides a “Good” quality of education with “Outstanding” personal development, where pupils are “exceptionally well prepared for secondary school.” Leaders ensure staff understand the school’s vision, creating a positive environment where children are “empathetic and well informed.”
Strengths
- The curriculum is “well-developed” with “interesting and well-planned lessons” that help pupils build on past knowledge.
- Personal development is “Outstanding,” with pupils demonstrating a “strong understanding of democracy” and British values.
- Reading is prioritised, with an “effective phonics programme” and staff providing “targeted support” to help pupils develop fluency.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a priority, with “bespoke curriculum” options ensuring they “achieve well.”
- Staff are “well supported with their well-being and workload,” contributing to effective leadership and management.
Areas to improve
- Some older pupils who are not fluent readers do not read books that “accurately match their current phonics knowledge,” which “hinders their progress” towards fluency.
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 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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