Priory Primary School, Bicknacre
URN: 115000 • Chelmsford CM3 4ES
Overview
- Name
- Priory Primary School, Bicknacre
- URN
- 115000
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 46.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Laver (since 2025) , Head teacher
- Telephone
- 01245225450
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bicknacre Road, Chelmsford CM3 4ES
Summary
Priory Primary School, located in Bicknacre, Chelmsford, is a mixed community primary school with a current enrolment of 142 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where each child is treated as an individual, allowing them to achieve their full potential. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in their vision: "Achieving our best; supporting and celebrating each other," which reflects their dedication to fostering a supportive community.
The curriculum at Priory Primary School is designed to be exciting and stimulating, encouraging pupils to thrive both academically and socially. The school places a strong emphasis on building kind and respectful relationships among students, promoting a culture of tolerance and friendship. This approach is supported by the staff and governors, who strive to create a positive learning atmosphere.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and visits can be arranged through the school office. The leadership, under Headteacher Ms Claire Laver, is focused on continuous development, ensuring that all children receive a well-rounded education during their formative years.
The curriculum at Priory Primary School is designed to be exciting and stimulating, encouraging pupils to thrive both academically and socially. The school places a strong emphasis on building kind and respectful relationships among students, promoting a culture of tolerance and friendship. This approach is supported by the staff and governors, who strive to create a positive learning atmosphere.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and visits can be arranged through the school office. The leadership, under Headteacher Ms Claire Laver, is focused on continuous development, ensuring that all children receive a well-rounded education during their formative years.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 142 | 92 | 50 | 210 | 12.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 154 | 94 | 60 | 210 | 11.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 188 | 107 | 81 | 210 | 6.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 188 | 107 | 81 | 210 | 6.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 185 | 99 | 86 | 210 | 5.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 179 | 98 | 81 | 210 | 2.80 |
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