Staples Road Primary School
Loughton, IG10 1HR · Essex · primary school
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137th 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 2,954 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.1/10 among them, against 6.7/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Staples Road Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.1 out of 10 among them, against 6.7 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 626 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Staples Road Primary School
Overview
Staples Road Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils feel happy, safe, and independent. Leaders have carefully planned a broad curriculum that builds on prior knowledge, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for the next stage of their education. Staff maintain high expectations, fostering a positive environment where children enjoy learning and show kindness to one another.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy coming to school, take on responsibilities with enthusiasm, and benefit from a wide variety of playtime equipment.
- Teachers plan lessons that build on previous learning, helping pupils secure important knowledge in each subject.
- Fostering a love of reading is a priority, with teachers modelling fluency and expression well from Reception onwards.
- Staff adapt the curriculum effectively so that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities make strong progress.
- Leaders promote personal development through well-being sessions and opportunities for pupils to be thoughtful, responsible citizens.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure reading books and additional support are precisely matched to all pupils’ phonics knowledge, particularly for a small number of Key Stage 2 pupils who are not catching up as quickly as they could.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders being tenacious about ensuring pupils receive necessary support and staff receiving regular training to identify risks promptly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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