- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1185%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.6%
- Pupils
- 262
- Pupils per teacher
- 26.5
Schools in CM12
A postcode district in Essex
- Postcode district
- 23 schools and nurseries
In short: CM12 is a postcode district in Essex with 6 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 15 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries236 primary · 3 secondary · 15 nurseries
Top-rated
All CM12 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in CM12
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.
Top Primary Schools in CM12
6 in CM12, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results well above the England average.
106 first choices, 119 offers made
Met the standard at 1179%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.3%
- Pupils
- 863
- Pupils per teacher
- 25.7
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
78 first choices, 89 offers made
Met the standard at 1176%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 621
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.6
Top Secondary Schools in CM12
3 in CM12, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results close to the England average.
232 first choices, 258 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.4%
- Pupils
- 1,616
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
207 first choices, 277 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 1,729
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.9
Nurseries in CM12
15 in CM12, highest Ofsted grade first
Polka Dot Farm
Billericay, CM12 9SD · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Banana Moon Day Nursery Billericay
Billericay, CM12 9HS · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Billericay Catholic Preschool
Billericay, CM12 9LL · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in CM12
2 in CM12, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results close to the England average.
232 first choices, 258 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.4%
- Pupils
- 1,616
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
207 first choices, 277 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 1,729
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.9
Private Schools in CM12
1 in CM12. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
St John's School
Cm12 0ar · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 16
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well above the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1658.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 274
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in CM12, 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.
- Outstanding3
- Good12
- 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 CM12 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
CM12 has 23 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.
Keep up with schools in CM12
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about CM12
Nearby areas
How many schools are in CM12?
CM12 has 23 schools, including 6 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 15 nurseries, 1 independent school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in CM12?
The highest-ranked schools in CM12 on Eduscope are Quilters Junior School, Buttsbury Primary School, Mayflower High 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 CM12?
There is 1 independent school in CM12. 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 CM12?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 23 schools in CM12 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.