The short version
Above-average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2024).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 70% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2024
- The school is at capacity (107% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
70%
+8.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
22%
+14.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
0.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
107
+2.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
10% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 12 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 157
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 7%
Governance
- Local authority
- Essex
- Head
- Ms Emily Penkett (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
St Stephens Road, Cold Norton, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6JE
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Cold Norton Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Cold Norton Primary School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in March 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Cold Norton Primary School?
Cold Norton Primary School currently has 157 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Cold Norton Primary School take?
Cold Norton Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Cold Norton Primary School?
Cold Norton Primary School is in Chelmsford, CM3 6JE, in the Essex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Cold Norton Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Cold Norton Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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