The Phoenix Primary School
Basildon, SS15 5NQ · Essex · primary school
Check the area around this school
231st 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.3/10 against 2,737 of them, against 4.7/10 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 | 54.0 · 26 | 62% | 1.59 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 38% | 3.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Phoenix Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 14.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join art clubs, and the school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 717 pupils against a stated capacity of 750. 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 activities take place during the after-school club? How are places allocated if demand exceeds the 33 spare spots?
What Ofsted said about The Phoenix Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are happy, proud, and achieve well, particularly in writing. Leaders and the trust are praised for their ambitious vision and effective management, creating a warm environment where children feel safe and supported.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "impressive" behaviour and attitudes, with staff supporting those who struggle to manage emotions "sensitively".
- The curriculum is "well-considered" and builds logically, with early reading taught well and writing skills improving significantly.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "well supported" through early identification and thoughtful adaptations.
- Leaders, governors, and the trust are "relentless in securing the ambitious vision" and take "decisive action when change is needed".
- Staff workloads and well-being are "thoughtfully managed", and staff are "well trained".
Areas to improve
- Activities are not always closely matched to what pupils know, causing some learning to slow as pupils wait for others to catch up.
- In some foundation subjects, approaches to checking learning are still evolving, meaning staff lack detailed information to quickly address knowledge gaps.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective" and roles are "understood and rigorously implemented".
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 54% |
| 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
Saved schools live on this device only — no account, no tracking. Visit the school's website
Loading full school details…
Similar schools nearby
Same area, prioritising the same phase — useful for shortlisting alternatives.
Every school within 2.5 miles of SS15 5NQ, with results, demand and deadlines — area report →
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT