Best Primary Schools in Wickford
12 primary schools found
Key Facts
- There are 12 primary schools in Wickford, accounting for 38.7% of the total 31 schools in the area, providing education to 3,408 pupils.
- Wickford's primary schools have an impressive Ofsted record, with 100.0% rated Good or Outstanding, comprising 1 Outstanding and 9 Good ratings out of 10 inspected.
- The pupil-teacher ratio in Wickford's primary schools stands at 19.42, with 19.7% of pupils eligible for free school meals, compared to the national average of 23.8%.
- In terms of academic performance, 58.2% of pupils in Wickford's primary schools meet the expected standard at KS2, with a spending per pupil of £8,676.
Filters
Age Range
Religious Character
Admissions
Provisions & SEN
The Wickford Church of England School
Ofsted
Outstanding
Academy · Primary · Ages 2–7
Hilltop Junior School
Ofsted
Good
Academy · Primary · Ages 7–11
Grange Primary School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 4–11
North Crescent Primary School
Ofsted
Good
Academy · Primary · Ages 2–11
Children's Support Service
Ofsted
Good
PRU · Primary · Ages 5–16
Wickford Primary School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 4–11
Hilltop Infant School
Academy · Primary · Ages 2–7
Runwell Community Primary School
Ofsted
Good
Academy · Primary · Ages 2–11
Oakfield Primary School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 4–11
Abacus Primary School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 4–11
Frequently Asked Questions
How many primary schools are in Wickford?
There are 12 primary schools in Wickford, including state-funded, academies, and independent schools.
What are the best primary schools in Wickford?
Based on Ofsted ratings and exam results, the top-ranked primary schools in Wickford include The Wickford Church of England School, Hilltop Junior School, and Grange Primary School. Rankings are updated regularly using the latest data from the Department for Education.
How many Ofsted Outstanding primary schools are in Wickford?
Wickford has 2 primary schools rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 are rated Good, meaning 92% of inspected schools hold a Good or Outstanding rating.
How are primary schools in Wickford ranked on Eduscope?
Schools are ranked using a composite score that combines Ofsted or ISI inspection ratings, Key Stage exam results, pupil progress measures, and other performance indicators published by the Department for Education. The score is recalculated regularly as new data becomes available.
How do primary schools in Wickford perform at Key Stage 2?
Across primary schools in Wickford, 58% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2. This figure is based on the latest published results from the Department for Education.
What is the average class size in Wickford primary schools?
The average pupil-teacher ratio across primary schools in Wickford is 18:1. While this is not a direct measure of class size, it indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil.
How do I choose a primary school in Wickford?
When choosing a primary school in Wickford, consider Ofsted ratings, Key Stage 2 results, distance from home, school size, and whether the school offers wrap-around care. You can compare all 12 primary schools on Eduscope using filters for school type, gender, religious character, and more.
Area Benchmarks
| Metric | Wickford | England |
|---|---|---|
| School QualityGood or Outstanding (Ofsted) | 100% | 90% |
| Primary ResultsKS2 Expected Standard | 58% | 61% |
| AttendancePersistent Absence | 14% | 20% |
| ResourcesPupil-Teacher Ratio | 19.4:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Spending per Pupil | £8,676 | £7,460 |
About This Data
- •School information is sourced from Get Information About Schools (GIAS), the official UK government register maintained by the Department for Education.
- •Inspection ratings are from Ofsted (state schools) and ISI (independent schools).
- •Performance data includes Key Stage 2, GCSE, and A-Level results from the Department for Education.