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Schools in CM9

A postcode district in Essex

  • Postcode district
  • 29 schools and nurseries

In short: CM9 is a postcode district in Essex with 12 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 16 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries2912 primary · 2 secondary · 16 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in CM9

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 CM9 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in CM9

12 in CM9, best first

Great Totham Primary School

Maldon, CM9 8PN · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

62 first choices, 59 offers made

Met the standard at 1182%

England 62%

Days missed
3.3%
Pupils
431
Pupils per teacher
22.5
View school Great Totham Primary School

Wentworth Primary School

Maldon, CM9 6JN · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

68 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1167%

England 62%

Days missed
4.2%
Pupils
437
Pupils per teacher
22.6
View school Wentworth Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in CM9

2 in CM9, best first

Plume School

Maldon, CM9 6AB · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

274 first choices, 288 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1642.2

England 46.2

Days missed
8.0%
Pupils
1,789
Pupils per teacher
15.7
View school Plume School
See all 2 secondary schools

Nurseries in CM9

16 in CM9, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 16 nurseries

Sixth Forms in CM9

1 in CM9, by the school's Eduscope score

Plume School

Maldon, CM9 6AB · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

274 first choices, 288 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1642.2

England 46.2

Days missed
8.0%
Pupils
1,789
Pupils per teacher
15.7
View school Plume School

Private Schools in CM9

1 in CM9. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The map

Every school in CM9, 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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Tollesbury School, GoodWentworth Primary School, GoodAll Saints Maldon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, GoodSt Francis Catholic Primary School, Maldon, GoodGreat Totham Primary School, GoodMaldon Court Preparatory School, InspectedPlume School, GoodHeybridge Primary School, GoodMaldon Primary School, GoodMid Essex Co-Operative Academy, Good in every areaTolleshunt D'Arcy St Nicholas Primary Academy, GoodLimebrook Primary School and NurseryWoodham Walter Church of England Primary Academy, GoodGoldhanger Community Nursery, GoodThe Friary Pre-School, GoodMaldon Community Preschool, OutstandingStep Start Nurseries Heybridge, GoodMaldon Court Nursery, OutstandingTolleshunt D'Arcy Pre-school, GoodViking Adventurers Limited, GoodTolleshunt Knights Cooperative Playgroup, GoodThe Treehouse Club, GoodJust Imagine Day Nursery - Maldon, GoodLittle Rascals Day Nursery Ltd, GoodLimebrook NurseryWoodham Mortimer PreschoolDaisy Chain NurseryWoodham Walter Community NurseryTollesbury Preschool, Outstanding
  • Outstanding3
  • Good19
  • Not graded yet7
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 CM9 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

CM9 has 29 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 CM9

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How many schools are in CM9?

CM9 has 29 schools, including 12 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 16 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 CM9?

The highest-ranked schools in CM9 on Eduscope are Great Totham Primary School, Wentworth Primary School, St Francis Catholic Primary School, Maldon. 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 CM9?

There is 1 independent school in CM9. 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 CM9?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 29 schools in CM9 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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