Chalkwell Hall Junior School
URN: 114718 • Leigh-on-Sea SS9 3NL
Overview
- Name
- Chalkwell Hall Junior School
- URN
- 114718
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andy Newnham (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01702478570
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- London Road, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 3NL
Summary
Chalkwell Hall Junior School is a community primary school located in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, with a current enrolment of 478 pupils. The school promotes a warm and inclusive atmosphere, where diversity and creativity are celebrated. The ethos is encapsulated in the motto, “If we believe, we will achieve,” reflecting the school's commitment to nurturing students' potential and fostering resilience, respect, and cooperation.
The curriculum at Chalkwell Hall is broad and enquiry-based, covering core subjects such as Maths, English, and Science, while also integrating creative approaches to enhance learning. The school aims to prepare students for future educational challenges by encouraging independent learning and responsibility. Strong partnerships with local secondary schools ensure a smooth transition for pupils as they progress in their education.
Chalkwell Hall Junior School values collaboration with parents and the community, believing that a supportive environment is essential for student success. Recent Ofsted reports highlight the positive relationships among pupils and staff, with an emphasis on safety, well-being, and high expectations for behaviour and academic achievement.
The curriculum at Chalkwell Hall is broad and enquiry-based, covering core subjects such as Maths, English, and Science, while also integrating creative approaches to enhance learning. The school aims to prepare students for future educational challenges by encouraging independent learning and responsibility. Strong partnerships with local secondary schools ensure a smooth transition for pupils as they progress in their education.
Chalkwell Hall Junior School values collaboration with parents and the community, believing that a supportive environment is essential for student success. Recent Ofsted reports highlight the positive relationships among pupils and staff, with an emphasis on safety, well-being, and high expectations for behaviour and academic achievement.
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Nearby alternatives
- Blenheim Primary School (71.0)
- West Leigh Junior School (70.2)
- West Leigh Junior School (69.9)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School (65.6)
- Leigh North Street Primary School (65.6)
Key details
- LA
- Southend-on-Sea
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- 478
- Boys
- 224
- Girls
- 254
- FSM %
- 11.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 478 | 224 | 254 | 480 | 11.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 479 | 230 | 249 | 480 | 13.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 476 | 236 | 240 | 480 | 13.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 476 | 236 | 240 | 480 | 13.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 474 | 253 | 221 | 480 | 12.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 480 | 261 | 219 | 480 | 9.60 |
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