Highwood Primary School
URN: 114869 • Chelmsford CM1 3QH
Overview
- Name
- Highwood Primary School
- URN
- 114869
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Marie Staley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01245248200
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Loves Green, Chelmsford CM1 3QH
Summary
Highwood Primary School is a small community school located in the hamlet of Highwood, just outside Chelmsford, Essex. With a current enrolment of 56 pupils and a capacity of 70, the school prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically, creatively, and personally. Established in 1850, it has a long-standing history and plays a significant role in its local community.
The school offers a broad and engaging curriculum designed to foster confident and resilient learners. Highwood Primary employs a unique teaching approach with mixed year group classes, allowing staff to develop strong relationships with students and tailor support to individual needs. As a Forest School, it also utilises its extensive grounds and local forest to enhance learning experiences.
Highwood Primary is committed to inclusivity and aims for all children to exceed expectations. With 26.8% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school actively works to ensure that every child receives the support they need to succeed. For more information, visit their website at www.highwood.essex.sch.uk.
The school offers a broad and engaging curriculum designed to foster confident and resilient learners. Highwood Primary employs a unique teaching approach with mixed year group classes, allowing staff to develop strong relationships with students and tailor support to individual needs. As a Forest School, it also utilises its extensive grounds and local forest to enhance learning experiences.
Highwood Primary is committed to inclusivity and aims for all children to exceed expectations. With 26.8% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school actively works to ensure that every child receives the support they need to succeed. For more information, visit their website at www.highwood.essex.sch.uk.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 56 | 28 | 28 | 70 | 26.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 53 | 23 | 30 | 70 | 28.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 57 | 31 | 26 | 70 | 24.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 57 | 31 | 26 | 70 | 24.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 55 | 32 | 23 | 70 | 20.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 49 | 30 | 19 | 70 | 22.40 |
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