West Horndon Primary School
URN: 114921 • Brentwood CM13 3TR
Overview
- Name
- West Horndon Primary School
- URN
- 114921
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew O'Grady (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01277811741
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Thorndon Avenue, Brentwood CM13 3TR
Summary
West Horndon Primary School is a community school located in Brentwood, Essex, catering to 173 pupils with a capacity of 189. The school promotes a mixed-gender environment and is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all students. The ethos of the school centres around the belief that happy children learn best, with a focus on safety, fun, and high expectations.
The curriculum at West Horndon is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its learners, incorporating a range of experiences and initiatives. Notably, the school offers enhanced provision for speech and language development, providing targeted support for children with specific needs. This includes onsite therapy and opportunities for integration with mainstream classes, fostering an inclusive educational environment.
West Horndon Primary School also emphasizes character development and community involvement, encouraging students to become caring citizens. Initiatives such as learning first aid and animal care are part of the school's commitment to developing well-rounded individuals. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through various events and activities, reinforcing the collaborative spirit of the school.
The curriculum at West Horndon is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its learners, incorporating a range of experiences and initiatives. Notably, the school offers enhanced provision for speech and language development, providing targeted support for children with specific needs. This includes onsite therapy and opportunities for integration with mainstream classes, fostering an inclusive educational environment.
West Horndon Primary School also emphasizes character development and community involvement, encouraging students to become caring citizens. Initiatives such as learning first aid and animal care are part of the school's commitment to developing well-rounded individuals. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through various events and activities, reinforcing the collaborative spirit of the school.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald (76.6)
- Larchwood Primary School (71.8)
- Shenfield St. Mary's Church of England Primary School (70.4)
- St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Shenfield (70.2)
- St Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Infant School (68.4)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 173 | 104 | 69 | 189 | 11.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 163 | 95 | 68 | 189 | 8.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 157 | 88 | 69 | 189 | 11.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 157 | 88 | 69 | 160 | 11.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 142 | 80 | 62 | 150 | 11.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 146 | 87 | 59 | 150 | 13.70 |
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