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Schools in CM1

A postcode district in Essex

  • Postcode district
  • 59 schools and nurseries

In short: CM1 is a postcode district in Essex with 22 primary schools, 11 secondary schools and 29 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries5922 primary · 11 secondary · 29 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in CM1

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All CM1 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in CM1

22 in CM1, best first

Perryfields Junior School

Chelmsford, CM1 7PP · Academy · Primary · Ages 7 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

Met the standard at 1191%

England 62%

Days missed
3.2%
Pupils
301
Pupils per teacher
25.9
View school Perryfields Junior School

The Beaulieu Park School

Chelmsford, CM1 6DT · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

164 first choices, 120 offers made

Met the standard at 1178%

England 62%

Days missed
7.0%
Pupils
1,763
Pupils per teacher
19.4
View school The Beaulieu Park School

The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford

Chelmsford, CM1 1PA · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results well above the England average.

59 first choices, 45 offers made

Met the standard at 1174%

England 62%

Days missed
3.9%
Pupils
314
Pupils per teacher
21.9
View school The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford
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Top Secondary Schools in CM1

11 in CM1, best first

The Beaulieu Park School

Chelmsford, CM1 6DT · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

164 first choices, 120 offers made

Met the standard at 1178%

England 62%

Days missed
7.0%
Pupils
1,763
Pupils per teacher
19.4
View school The Beaulieu Park School
See all 11 secondary schools

Nurseries in CM1

29 in CM1, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 29 nurseries

Sixth Forms in CM1

8 in CM1, by the school's Eduscope score

The Beaulieu Park School

Chelmsford, CM1 6DT · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

164 first choices, 120 offers made

Met the standard at 1178%

England 62%

Days missed
7.0%
Pupils
1,763
Pupils per teacher
19.4
View school The Beaulieu Park School

Special Schools in CM1

4 in CM1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The Hawthorns School

Chelmsford, CM1 2XT · All-through · Ages 7 to 16

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
10.0%
Pupils
69
Pupils per teacher
6.5
View school The Hawthorns School

The Bridge Columbus

Chelmsford, CM1 4ZB · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 19

  • Ofsted:Safeguarding not met

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
9.8%
Pupils
285
Pupils per teacher
7.9
View school The Bridge Columbus

Private Schools in CM1

1 in CM1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Chelmsford Hospital School

Chelmsford, CM1 7SJ · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
1
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Chelmsford Hospital School
The map

Every school in CM1, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Tanglewood Nursery School, OutstandingHighwood Primary School, GoodWestlands Community Primary School, GoodThe Bishops' Church of England and Roman Catholic Primary School, GoodSt John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford, GoodThe Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford, Expected standard or betterBroomfield Primary School, GoodSpringfield Primary School, Expected standard or betterChelmsford County High School for Girls, OutstandingKing Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford, Strong standard or betterHylands School, Urgent improvement in 4 areasChelmer Valley High School, GoodThe Tyrrells School, GoodThe Boswells School, GoodThe Bridge Columbus, Safeguarding not metNewlands Spring Primary and Nursery School, GoodParkwood Academy, Requires improvementMaltese Road Primary School, GoodChelmsford Hospital School, OutstandingPerryfields Junior School, OutstandingLawford Mead Primary & Nursery, GoodKings Road Primary School, GoodCommunity College Initiative Ltd, GoodThe Beaulieu Park School, OutstandingPerryfields Infant School, GoodSt Pius X Catholic Primary School, GoodRoxwell Church of England Primary School, GoodThe Hawthorns School, Expected standard or betterThe Sir Geoff Hurst AcademyWrittle Infant School, GoodWrittle Junior School, GoodLittle Nipperz Chelmsford, GoodKiddi Caru Nursery, GoodRoxwell Pre-school, GoodBroomfield Hospital Day Nursery School, OutstandingKiddi Caru Nursery, GoodSpringfield Bees Preschool, OutstandingSmall Wonders Day Nursery, GoodJesters Childcare Beaulieu, GoodBright Horizons Chelmsford Day Nursery & Preschool, OutstandingButterfly Pre School, GoodScallywags Nursery Chelmsford Limited, OutstandingKids Inc Day Nursery, GoodBroomfield Road Day Nursery School, OutstandingHolders Farm Kindergarten, GoodChelmsford YMCA Day Nursery, GoodSpringfield Stars Preschool, GoodThe Duckling Nursery, GoodTiddlywinks Day Nursery & Pre School, GoodLittle Learners, GoodStep Start Nurseries Chelmsford, GoodAspen Tree Childcare, GoodLawn Lane Day Nursery School, OutstandingJayne's Nursery Ltd, GoodWrittle Green Pre-School, GoodBeaulieu Park Day Nursery, GoodSunrise Nursery, GoodBeaches Pre-SchoolCarealot Day Nursery, Good
  • Outstanding11
  • Good39
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not graded yet8
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every CM1 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

CM1 has 59 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about CM1

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How many schools are in CM1?

CM1 has 59 schools, including 22 primary schools, 11 secondary schools, 29 nurseries, 1 independent school, 4 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in CM1?

The highest-ranked schools in CM1 on Eduscope are Chelmsford County High School for Girls, King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford, Perryfields Junior School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in CM1?

There is 1 independent school in CM1. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in CM1?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 59 schools in CM1 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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