Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery

URN: 114980 • Canvey Island SS8 0JG

Overview

Name
Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery
URN
114980
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sandra Dorrington (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01268683257
Website
Visit
Address
Long Road, Canvey Island SS8 0JG

Summary

Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery is a community primary school located in Canvey Island, Essex, accommodating 203 pupils with a capacity of 210. The school serves a mixed-gender population and has a notable percentage of students eligible for free school meals, currently at 17.3%. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, preparing children to become confident and happy citizens.

The school's vision and mission are integral to its ethos, emphasizing the importance of teaching British values such as democracy, rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect, and tolerance. This approach aims to instill respect for diverse cultures and beliefs among students, ensuring they are well-prepared for life in modern Britain.

Canvey Island Infant School offers a curriculum designed to engage young learners and promote holistic development. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially, supported by a team of dedicated staff and a strong sense of community involvement. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.canveyislandinfantschool.co.uk.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
3 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
203
Boys
101
Girls
102
FSM %
17.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-10-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 203 101 102 210 17.30
2024-09-11 211 104 107 210 18.50
2023-09-11 201 102 99 210 20.00
2022-09-11 201 102 99 210 20.00
2021-09-11 178 93 85 210 19.70
2020-09-11 181 86 95 180 23.80

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