Great Sampford Community Primary School

URN: 114970 • Saffron Walden CB10 2RL

Overview

Name
Great Sampford Community Primary School
URN
114970
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Amy Reis (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01799586280
Website
Visit
Address
Finchingfield Road, Saffron Walden CB10 2RL

Summary

Great Sampford Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Saffron Walden, Essex, with a current enrolment of 87 pupils across four classes. The school prides itself on providing a nurturing and focused learning environment, where class sizes are small, allowing for personalized attention to meet the individual needs of each child. Established in 1876, it serves not only the village of Great Sampford but also welcomes children from surrounding areas.

The school emphasizes a creative curriculum designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning while equipping students with essential skills for independence and confidence. Great Sampford Community Primary School places a strong emphasis on wellbeing, fostering an inclusive atmosphere where every child feels valued and heard. The school also boasts a range of facilities, including outdoor spaces and modern technology resources, to enhance the educational experience.

Community engagement is a core value of the school, with strong partnerships between staff, parents, and local residents. The Head Teacher, Miss Reis, actively participates in classroom activities, ensuring a close connection with the students and their learning journeys. The school aims to prepare children for future educational transitions, with a structured programme for Year 6 students moving to secondary schools.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
87
Boys
43
Girls
44
FSM %
5.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-04-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 87 43 44 105 5.70
2024-09-11 82 40 42 105 6.10
2023-09-11 90 44 46 105 1.10
2022-09-11 90 44 46 105 1.10
2021-09-11 104 52 52 105 2.90
2020-09-11 105 49 56 105 1.00

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