The Alderton Junior School
Loughton, IG10 3HE · Essex · primary school
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259th 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 — 4.2/10 against 2,490 of them, against 3.8/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Alderton Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join football training with K-Sports, multi-sports with Coach-K, and Premier Football. The school also provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 225 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 support is available for children who need extra help in maths?
What Ofsted said about The Alderton Junior School
Overview
Pupils “flourish in this happy, harmonious junior school” where they enjoy a “wealth of opportunities to develop their talents and interests.” The report highlights “positive relationships between pupils and adults” and notes that the school’s values are evident in both classroom and wider school life. Overall, the school provides a safe and engaging environment where pupils behave well and are attentive to learning.
Strengths
- “Personal development” is rated as Outstanding, with pupils developing “self-confidence, resilience and aspiration” through extensive opportunities.
- Leaders prioritise reading with “carefully planned series of lessons,” ensuring most pupils “read well and with enthusiasm.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “well supported” with personalised resources and nurturing assistance.
- Staff are “overwhelmingly proud to be part of the team” and have “full confidence in school leaders.”
- The curriculum is logically sequenced, with teachers in most subjects delivering content well and checking understanding regularly.
Areas to improve
- In “a few subjects,” teachers do not routinely check pupil understanding before moving on, leading to some pupils developing “misconceptions.”
- Leaders should ensure all adults have the training and support needed to “adjust teaching when necessary” using assessment information.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with “well-trained adults” who are vigilant for concerns and “tenacious in securing help for pupils and their families.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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