The short version
Above-average SATs results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 87% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
87%
+25.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
47%
+39.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
110
+4.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
111
+6.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
111
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
4% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 6 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 5–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 75
- Capacity
- 71%
- FSM
- 20%
Governance
- Local authority
- Essex
- Trust
- THE COMPASS PARTNERSHIP OF SCHOOLS
- Head
- Mr Timothy Arding (Head of School)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
Church End, Shalford, Braintree, Essex, CM7 5EZ
Rural setting
Questions parents ask
What is Shalford Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Shalford Primary School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in December 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Shalford Primary School?
Shalford Primary School currently has 75 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Shalford Primary School take?
Shalford Primary School caters for pupils aged 5 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Shalford Primary School?
Shalford Primary School is in Braintree, CM7 5EZ, in the Essex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Shalford Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Shalford Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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