William Read Primary School and Nursery
URN: 115062 • Canvey Island SS8 0JE
Overview
- Name
- William Read Primary School and Nursery
- URN
- 115062
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Travis Martinson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Long Road, Canvey Island SS8 0JE
Summary
William Read Primary School and Nursery, located in Canvey Island, Essex, is a mixed community primary school with a current enrolment of 322 pupils, operating under the Northwick Park Academy Trust. Established in 1993, the school prioritises the holistic development of its students, fostering a caring and creative environment that supports their social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. The school’s ethos revolves around high expectations, respect, responsibility, teamwork, and achievement.
The curriculum at William Read is designed to be broad and engaging, equipping children with essential skills and knowledge for their future. The school emphasizes a positive learning atmosphere, with well-planned lessons that challenge students and promote their academic and personal development. Regular communication with parents is maintained through newsletters, ensuring they are informed about school activities and their children’s progress.
Safeguarding is a key priority at William Read, with established procedures to ensure the welfare of all pupils. The school encourages community involvement and welcomes visits from parents to experience the vibrant school environment firsthand.
The curriculum at William Read is designed to be broad and engaging, equipping children with essential skills and knowledge for their future. The school emphasizes a positive learning atmosphere, with well-planned lessons that challenge students and promote their academic and personal development. Regular communication with parents is maintained through newsletters, ensuring they are informed about school activities and their children’s progress.
Safeguarding is a key priority at William Read, with established procedures to ensure the welfare of all pupils. The school encourages community involvement and welcomes visits from parents to experience the vibrant school environment firsthand.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 322 | 171 | 151 | 420 | 34.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 322 | 171 | 151 | 420 | 34.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 322 | 171 | 151 | 420 | 34.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 322 | 171 | 151 | 420 | 34.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 374 | 196 | 178 | 450 | 34.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 421 | 216 | 205 | 450 | 34.40 |
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