The short version
Average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 63% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
- The school is at capacity (100% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
63%
+1.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
3%
-5.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
-2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
102
-3.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
100
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.
13% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 23 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 20 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 209
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 24.9%
Governance
- Local authority
- Essex
- Trust
- REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Debbie Byles
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Halstead Road, Kirby Cross, Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, CO13 0LW
Town setting
Questions parents ask
What is Kirby Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?
Kirby Primary Academy was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Kirby Primary Academy?
Kirby Primary Academy currently has 209 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Kirby Primary Academy take?
Kirby Primary Academy caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Kirby Primary Academy?
Kirby Primary Academy is in Frinton-on-Sea, CO13 0LW, in the Essex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Kirby Primary Academy have a sixth form?
No, Kirby Primary Academy does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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