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Schools in CM3

A postcode district in Essex

  • Postcode district
  • 59 schools and nurseries

In short: CM3 is a postcode district in Essex with 26 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 31 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries5926 primary · 3 secondary · 31 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in CM3

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 CM3 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in CM3

26 in CM3, best first

Cold Norton Primary School

Chelmsford, CM3 6JE · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

24 first choices, 23 offers made

Met the standard at 1170%

England 62%

Days missed
5.0%
Pupils
157
Pupils per teacher
20.2
View school Cold Norton Primary School

Woodville Primary School

Chelmsford, CM3 5SE · Academy · Primary · Ages 5 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

Results above the England average.

42 first choices, 43 offers made

Met the standard at 1167%

England 62%

Days missed
4.6%
Pupils
412
Pupils per teacher
26.2
View school Woodville Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in CM3

3 in CM3, best first

William de Ferrers School

Chelmsford, CM3 5JU · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement in 1 area

Results close to the England average.

208 first choices, 215 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1643.8

England 46.2

Days missed
9.1%
Pupils
1,237
Pupils per teacher
15.5
View school William de Ferrers School
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Nurseries in CM3

31 in CM3, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in CM3

2 in CM3, by the school's Eduscope score

William de Ferrers School

Chelmsford, CM3 5JU · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement in 1 area

Results close to the England average.

208 first choices, 215 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1643.8

England 46.2

Days missed
9.1%
Pupils
1,237
Pupils per teacher
15.5
View school William de Ferrers School

New Hall School

Chelmsford, CM3 3HS · Independent · All-through · Ages 1 to 19

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results well above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1664.3

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
1,364
Pupils per teacher
–
View school New Hall School

Special Schools in CM3

1 in CM3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The Belsteads School

Essex, CM3 3PP · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 17

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
52
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Belsteads School

Private Schools in CM3

4 in CM3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The Belsteads School

Essex, CM3 3PP · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 17

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
52
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Belsteads School

Elm Green Preparatory School

Essex, CM3 4SU · 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
164
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Elm Green Preparatory School

Heathcote School

Chelmsford, CM3 4QB · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 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
98
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Heathcote School
The map

Every school in CM3, 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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Great Leighs Primary School, GoodCold Norton Primary School, GoodBoreham Primary School, GoodHatfield Peverel Infant and Nursery School, GoodDanbury Park Community Primary School, GoodPriory Primary School, Bicknacre, Needs attention in 1 areaHatfield Peverel St Andrew's Junior School, Good or betterSt John Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Danbury, GoodGreat Waltham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, GoodTerling Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, GoodLittle Waltham Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, GoodTrinity St Mary's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Woodham Ferrers, GoodSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF, GoodElmwood Primary School, GoodCollingwood Primary School, Expected standard in every areaNew Hall School, InspectedElm Green Preparatory School, InspectedHeathcote School, InspectedWilliam de Ferrers School, Requires improvement in 1 areaWoodville Primary School, Good in every areaPurleigh Community Primary School, GoodChristchurch Church of England Primary School, Needs attention in 3 areasMaylandsea Primary School, GoodThe Belsteads School, GoodSt Mary's Church of England Primary School, GoodFord End Church of England Primary School, GoodEast Hanningfield Church of England Primary Academy, GoodRettendon Primary School, GoodJesters Nursery School Danbury, Strong standard in every areaJesters Nursery Childcare, OutstandingThe Little Bears Nursery, GoodNew Hall Nursery, GoodLittle Nipperz, GoodWaltham Preschool, GoodLittle Owls Nursery, OutstandingLittle Darwins Nursery, OutstandingSmall Wonders Day Nursery, GoodLatchingdon Sessional Pre-School Ltd, GoodCold Norton Pre-school, GoodDeerlands Day Nursery, GoodSecond Steps Day Nursery (Althorne) Ltd, GoodCollingwood Under Fives Pre-school, GoodUp, Up and Away Pre-School, GoodDanbury Pre-School at St John's, GoodShining Stars, GoodElmwood Preschool, OutstandingSecond Steps Day Nursery (Hanningfield) Ltd, GoodSouth Woodham Pre-school, GoodChannels Day NurseryTwizzle Tops Marsh Farm, Expected standard or betterLittle Hedgehogs Day Nursery & PreschoolLittle Hedgehogs PreschoolBishop's Forest Pre SchoolThe Leighs Nursery Group, GoodBicknacre Preschool, GoodEast Hanningfield Pre-school, Needs attention in 6 areasHillside Playcare, Little WalthamHillside Playcare, TerlingThe Hillside Barn
  • Outstanding4
  • Good36
  • Not graded yet19
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 CM3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

CM3 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 CM3

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How many schools are in CM3?

CM3 has 59 schools, including 26 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 31 nurseries, 4 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in CM3?

The highest-ranked schools in CM3 on Eduscope are Cold Norton Primary School, Hatfield Peverel St Andrew's Junior School, Woodville 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 CM3?

There are 4 independent schools in CM3. 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 CM3 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in CM3?

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 CM3 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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