West Horndon Primary School
Brentwood, CM13 3TR · Essex · primary school
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339th 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 3,869 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.5/10 among them, against 1.6/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
West Horndon Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.5 out of 10 among them, against 1.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in West Horndon Radio, Forest Schools, Cookery, and The Daily Mile, alongside sports such as dodgeball, football, boccia, and ten-pin bowling. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 180 pupils against a stated capacity of 189. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading or maths?
What Ofsted said about West Horndon Primary School
Overview
West Horndon Primary School is described as a welcoming community where pupils feel like part of a “big family” and are proud of their school. Leaders maintain “high aspirations for all pupils,” who rise to meet these expectations through a well-designed curriculum that fosters curiosity and confidence. The inspection found the school to be effective in its overall provision, with strong behaviour, personal development, and leadership.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “well designed” with themes running through subjects, helping pupils “make connections with their prior knowledge” and recall information effectively.
- Pupils are “well behaved and polite,” knowing the school rules and ensuring they “do not disrupt lessons.”
- Reading is prioritised, with a school environment that is a “celebration of language and vocabulary” and well-stocked reading areas.
- Staff feel supported, with leaders considering “staff’s workload and well-being,” resulting in a positive working environment.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “identified quickly and receive appropriate support” matched to their specific needs.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure all staff receive training to provide “high-quality support for pupils who fall behind with their reading,” as some strategies currently used do not help develop fluency.
- Senior leaders must support new subject leaders to undertake monitoring activities that verify the “ambitious curriculum” is being effectively delivered.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” with staff trained to identify concerns and leaders ensuring pupils receive necessary support from external agencies where appropriate.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 81% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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