St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Tillingham
Southminster, CM0 7TJ · Essex · primary school
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352nd 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 3,570 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7/10 among them, against 1.3/10 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 | 47.0 · 15 | 40% | 0.60 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Tillingham overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 47.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7 out of 10 among them, against 1.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the World of Performing-Drama, iRock, and PTA Craft Club, alongside Bear Coaching Sports Club and Megaballers Football. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 87 pupils against a stated capacity of 147. 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 progress from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in reading, writing, and maths? How does the school monitor individual progress for pupils in the lower attainment band?
What Ofsted said about St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Tillingham
Overview
St Nicholas Church of England Primary School is described as a “friendly and purposeful school” where pupils are “courteous and polite.” Following previous challenges with staff turnover and inconsistent teaching, the school has undergone significant transformation, resulting in “rapid and sustained improvement” across all aspects of provision.
Strengths
- Behaviour has been “transformed,” with pupils now listening well and treating each other with respect.
- The curriculum has been “overhauled,” particularly in phonics and mathematics, leading to pupils learning to read “fluently and well” and showing much better understanding of maths.
- Leadership is a “notable strength,” with the trust closely monitoring progress to ensure high standards.
- Attendance is improving as leaders take direct action to address absences, and extra-curricular participation is high, including for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND.
- Early years provision is effective, with a new curriculum ensuring children develop the skills needed for Year 1.
Areas to improve
- In subjects other than English and mathematics, curriculum plans are new, meaning pupils have not yet learned a “detailed body of knowledge” over time; the school must ensure these curriculums have the intended positive impact.
Safeguarding
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 | 25% |
| 2023/24 | 33% |
| 2024/25 | 47% |
| 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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