- Ofsted:Good or better
Results above the England average.
95 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1167%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.2%
- Pupils
- 421
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.6
Schools in CM8
A postcode district in Essex
- Postcode district
- 31 schools and nurseries
In short: CM8 is a postcode district in Essex with 14 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 15 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries3114 primary · 5 secondary · 15 nurseries
Top-rated
All CM8 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in CM8
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 CM8
14 in CM8, best first
White Notley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Witham, CM8 1RZ · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
23 first choices, 15 offers made
Met the standard at 1173%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.5%
- Pupils
- 108
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.4
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
21 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1170%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 2.9%
- Pupils
- 201
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.8
Top Secondary Schools in CM8
5 in CM8, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
196 first choices, 215 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1642.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.2%
- Pupils
- 1,221
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.7
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 2 areas
Results below the England average.
105 first choices, 128 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1640.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 12.8%
- Pupils
- 787
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.5
Nurseries in CM8
15 in CM8, highest Ofsted grade first
Gershwin Park Day Nursery School
Witham, CM8 1FQ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Pelican Place Nursery
Witham, CM8 2DZ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Rivenstars Early Education
Witham, CM8 3PQ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in CM8
3 in CM8, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
196 first choices, 215 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1642.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.2%
- Pupils
- 1,221
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.7
Chatten Free School
Rivenhall, CM8 3HH · All-through · Ages 4 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 8.4%
- Pupils
- 75
- Pupils per teacher
- 5.1
Southview School
Witham, CM8 2TA · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 19.7%
- Pupils
- 106
- Pupils per teacher
- 9.9
Special Schools in CM8
3 in CM8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Chatten Free School
Rivenhall, CM8 3HH · All-through · Ages 4 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 8.4%
- Pupils
- 75
- Pupils per teacher
- 5.1
Southview School
Witham, CM8 2TA · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 19.7%
- Pupils
- 106
- Pupils per teacher
- 9.9
Woodend Farm School
Witham, CM8 1EH · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 16
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 25
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in CM8
1 in CM8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Woodend Farm School
Witham, CM8 1EH · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 16
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 25
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in CM8, 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.
- Outstanding6
- Good19
- Not graded yet6
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 CM8 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
CM8 has 31 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 CM8
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 CM8
Nearby areas
How many schools are in CM8?
CM8 has 31 schools, including 14 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 15 nurseries, 1 independent school, 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 CM8?
The highest-ranked schools in CM8 on Eduscope are Chipping Hill Primary School, White Notley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Holy Family Catholic 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 CM8?
There is 1 independent school in CM8, a special school for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare it on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.
How do I choose the right school in CM8?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 31 schools in CM8 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.