Great Bradfords Junior School

URN: 114984 • Braintree CM7 9LW

Overview

Name
Great Bradfords Junior School
URN
114984
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Justin Wrench (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01376326739
Website
Visit
Address
Marlborough Road, Braintree CM7 9LW

Summary

Great Bradfords Junior School is a mixed community primary school located in Braintree, Essex, with a current enrolment of 342 pupils and a capacity of 355. The school is committed to fostering a safe and secure learning environment where every student can achieve excellence. Its mission focuses on developing independent thinkers and lifelong learners through a broad and balanced curriculum, while promoting an active lifestyle and celebrating individual successes.

The school places a strong emphasis on positive learning behaviours, encouraging students to embody 'superhero' qualities such as perseverance, resilience, engagement, and independence. These attributes are recognised and rewarded, fostering a culture of motivation and support among pupils.

Great Bradfords Junior School also prioritises the inclusion of students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The school implements a collaborative approach to support, ensuring that all children receive the necessary provisions to thrive academically and socially. Regular communication with parents and tailored support plans are integral to the school's ethos, aiming to involve families in their children's educational journeys.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
355
Pupils
342
Boys
178
Girls
164
FSM %
33.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 342 178 164 355 33.30
2024-09-11 336 168 168 355 29.50
2023-09-11 340 174 166 355 30.60
2022-09-11 340 174 166 355 30.60
2021-09-11 340 172 168 355 25.00
2020-09-11 341 175 166 355 21.40

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