SchoolScoresGreat Clacton CofE Junior School
Academy · Primary, ages 7 to 11 · Mixed · Church of England
Part of THE DIOCESE OF CHELMSFORD VINE SCHOOLS TRUST
Craigfield Avenue, Great Clacton, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 4HR
01255 424906 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 8 November 2016.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Since then, a shorter ungraded inspection on 3 March 2023: Ofsted found the school was still Good.
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
Key stage 2 (SATs, age 11), 2024/25
60 pupils in this year group.
47% — 16 points below the Essex average, and 15 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Essex | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths | 47% | 63% | 62% |
| Reached the higher standard in reading, writing and maths | 5% | 10% | 8% |
| Met the expected standard in reading | 65% | 77% | 75% |
| Met the expected standard in writing | 65% | 73% | 72% |
| Met the expected standard in maths | 62% | 76% | 74% |
| Average reading scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 103 | 106 | 106 |
| Average maths scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 101 | 105 | 105 |
Source: DfE key stage 2 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Essex. The national closing date for primary applications is 15 January, and offers are sent on 16 April.
This is a Church of England school. When it has more applicants than places it can give priority to families of the faith, for example those who can show regular worship. Check the school's admissions policy to see how places are allocated.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Essex | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 6th highest of 16 state primary schools in Clacton-on-Sea. Higher than 89% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 48.8% | 21.7%* | 26.3% |
| With an education, health and care plan 4th highest of 16 state primary schools in Clacton-on-Sea. Higher than 69% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 4.1% | 2.9%* | 3.5% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 4th highest of 16 state primary schools in Clacton-on-Sea. Higher than 95% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 26.8% | 13.9%* | 15.0% |
| English as an additional language 11th highest of 16 state primary schools in Clacton-on-Sea. Higher than 24% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 3.3% | 12.2%* | 23.4% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 10th lowest of 16 state primary schools in Clacton-on-Sea. Lower than 6% of 16,640 state primary schools in England. | 7.6% | 5.3%* | 5.2% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 10th lowest of 16 state primary schools in Clacton-on-Sea. Lower than 8% of 16,640 state primary schools in England. | 22.8% | 13.0%* | 13.0% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 10th lowest of 16 state primary schools in Clacton-on-Sea. Lower than 22% of 16,651 state primary schools in England. | 3.7 | 3.3 | 2.5 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 10th lowest of 16 state primary schools in Clacton-on-Sea. Lower than 18% of 16,651 state primary schools in England. | 2.0% | 1.4% | 1.1% |
| Pupils permanently excluded0 pupils | 0.00% | 0.03% | 0.03% |
| Pupils per teacher 3rd highest of 16 state primary schools in Clacton-on-Sea. Higher than 88% of 16,642 state primary schools in England. | 24.4 | 21.9 | 20.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) Joint 11th highest of 16 state primary schools in Clacton-on-Sea. Higher than 40% of 16,653 state primary schools in England. | 10.2 | 11.3 | 10.6 |
| Teachers who left during the year 14th highest of 16 state primary schools in Clacton-on-Sea. Higher than 22% of 15,063 state primary schools in England. | 4.9% | 13.5%* | 14.4%* |
Comparisons are with primary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby primary schools
- Burrsville Infant Academy 0.1 miles · Ofsted: Good (2016), confirmed 2022
- Holland Park Primary School 0.7 miles · Ofsted: Good (2024) · 53% met expected standard (KS2)
- White Hall Academy and Nursery 0.7 miles · Ofsted: Good (2024) · 47% met expected standard (KS2)
- Cann Hall Primary School 0.9 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 76% met expected standard (KS2)
- St Clare's Catholic Primary School 1.4 miles · Ofsted: Good (2015), confirmed, may be improving 2024 · 73% met expected standard (KS2)
- Oakwood Infant and Nursery School 1.4 miles · Ofsted: Good (2016), confirmed 2022
- Alton Park Junior School 1.4 miles · Ofsted: Requires improvement (2024) · 35% met expected standard (KS2)
- Engaines Primary School and Nursery 1.5 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 69% met expected standard (KS2)
- Holland Haven Primary School 1.5 miles · Ofsted: Good (2015), confirmed 2024 · 55% met expected standard (KS2)
- Ravens Academy 1.5 miles · Ofsted: Good (2024) · 41% met expected standard (KS2)
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Great Clacton CofE Junior School's Ofsted rating?
Great Clacton CofE Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 8 November 2016. At a shorter ungraded inspection in 3 March 2023, Ofsted found the school was still Good.
How did Great Clacton CofE Junior School do in its SATs?
In 2024/25, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, 15 points below the England average of 62%.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 140367.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, Key stage 2 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.