- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
37 first choices, 29 offers made
Met the standard at 1187%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 209
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.5
Schools in CM2
A postcode district in Essex
- Postcode district
- 50 schools and nurseries
In short: CM2 is a postcode district in Essex with 22 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 25 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries5022 primary · 6 secondary · 25 nurseries
Top-rated
All CM2 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in CM2
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 CM2
22 in CM2, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Results well above the England average.
45 first choices, 29 offers made
Met the standard at 1177%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.5%
- Pupils
- 210
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.4
- Ofsted:Good or better
Results well above the England average.
26 first choices, 29 offers made
Met the standard at 1175%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.8%
- Pupils
- 210
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.8
Top Secondary Schools in CM2
6 in CM2, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
299 first choices, 265 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1654.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 1,662
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.5
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results close to the England average.
267 first choices, 245 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.2%
- Pupils
- 1,516
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.3
- Ofsted:Requires improvement
Results close to the England average.
164 first choices, 213 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1645.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.0%
- Pupils
- 1,218
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.9
Nurseries in CM2
25 in CM2, highest Ofsted grade first
Busy Bees At Springfield Chelmsford
Chelmsford, CM2 6BN · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Busy Bees Day Nursery at Chelmsford
Chelmsford, CM2 0GT · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Hurst Court Day Nursery School
Chelmsford, CM2 6BP · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in CM2
4 in CM2, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
299 first choices, 265 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1654.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 1,662
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.5
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results close to the England average.
267 first choices, 245 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.2%
- Pupils
- 1,516
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.3
- Ofsted:Requires improvement
Results close to the England average.
164 first choices, 213 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1645.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.0%
- Pupils
- 1,218
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.9
Special Schools in CM2
3 in CM2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Octavia House Schools, Essex
Cm2 7hh · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 16
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 61
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Thriftwood School
Chelmsford, CM2 8RW · Academy · All-through · Ages 5 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 8.9%
- Pupils
- 279
- Pupils per teacher
- 9.4
Clarity Independent School
Chelmsford, CM2 7SG · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 17
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 13
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in CM2
5 in CM2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Octavia House Schools, Essex
Cm2 7hh · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 16
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 61
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Clarity Independent School
Chelmsford, CM2 7SG · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 17
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 13
- Pupils per teacher
- –
St Anne's School
Chelmsford, CM2 0AW · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 107
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in CM2, 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.
- Outstanding7
- Good25
- Requires improvement2
- Not graded yet16
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 CM2 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
CM2 has 50 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 CM2
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 CM2
Nearby areas
How many schools are in CM2?
CM2 has 50 schools, including 22 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 25 nurseries, 5 independent schools, 3 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 CM2?
The highest-ranked schools in CM2 on Eduscope are Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford, Moulsham High School, Beehive Lane Community Primary 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 CM2?
There are 5 independent schools in CM2. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in CM2 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in CM2?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 50 schools in CM2 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.