Warley Primary School
Brentwood, CM14 5LF · Essex · primary school
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218th 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 4,255 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.4/10 among them, against 4.6/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Warley Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.4 out of 10 among them, against 4.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Sketching, Dance, Hockey, and Kickball clubs, and participate in Woodland Welly Walks.
Getting in
The published school roll is 426 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 curriculum support pupils aiming to reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for pupils who have not yet met the expected standard in reading?
What Ofsted said about Warley Primary School
Overview
Warley Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a welcoming environment where pupils are encouraged to aim high. The report highlights a positive atmosphere with a "positive buzz" in classrooms and playgrounds, where pupils feel safe, valued, and enthusiastic about their learning.
Strengths
- Pupils are "friendly and respectful," with instances of bullying being rare due to effective "kindness champions" and quick staff responses.
- The curriculum is "ambitious and broad," planned sequentially so pupils build on prior knowledge, with vocabulary prioritised to support understanding.
- Reading is a high priority, with staff well-trained in phonics and targeted support ensuring pupils with gaps in learning can "catch up."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and receive "individualised provision" that enables them to flourish.
- Leaders bolster well-being through initiatives like "Mindful Mondays," therapy dogs, and opportunities for pupils to develop character and leadership skills.
Areas to improve
- Expectations of pupils’ writing are not consistently high across all subjects, with some errors and misconceptions not addressed.
- Leaders should ensure teachers’ expectations of writing are consistently high and errors are corrected regardless of the subject context.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders sharply focused on keeping pupils safe and staff trained to recognise signs of potential harm.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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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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