Sunnymede Primary School
Billericay, CM11 2HL · Essex · primary school
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48th 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 — 7.2/10 against 4,299 of them, against 7.3/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 62% | 3.86 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 38% | 3.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sunnymede Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 18.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (7.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a Treehouse Club, alongside a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 389 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the Treehouse Club sessions? How does the school manage the transition for children moving from Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Sunnymede Primary School
Overview
Sunnymede Primary School is described as a "calm, friendly and ambitious" environment where "pupils love school" and feel safe. Following the recent amalgamation of infant and junior schools, leaders have established an "aspirational, logically sequenced and interesting curriculum" that supports high achievement. The school fosters strong relationships, with pupils demonstrating the values of "Kindness, Determination, Honesty, Independence, Resilience and Respect."
Strengths
- The phonics curriculum is "very well planned and implemented," resulting in pupils becoming "confident, fluent and reflective readers."
- Staff have "high expectations" of behaviour and learning, creating lessons that are "rarely interrupted by poor behaviour."
- The school is inclusive, with staff identifying support needs for pupils with SEND "quickly" and providing appropriate adaptations.
- Pupils are "well prepared for life beyond school," developing personal skills through roles such as eco-councillors and visits to parliament.
- Leaders work in "close partnership with staff, parents and pupils" to ensure their views shape the school’s direction.
Areas to improve
- In some curriculum areas, it is "not clear what the most important information is that pupils need to know and remember."
- Current checks on learning are "not sufficient to identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge" in these specific areas.
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 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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