Great Easton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

URN: 115177 • Dunmow CM6 2DR

Overview

Name
Great Easton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN
115177
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Jackman (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01371870219
Website
Visit
Address
Great Easton, Dunmow CM6 2DR

Summary

Great Easton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Dunmow, Essex, serves a mixed-gender population of 150 pupils. The school operates under a Christian ethos, emphasizing values such as faith, love, and kindness, which underpin its educational approach. Headteacher Claire Jackman highlights the nurturing environment that aims to inspire a love of learning while fostering confident, happy individuals ready for future challenges.

The curriculum at Great Easton is designed to be engaging and skills-based, featuring a 'Courageous curriculum' that encourages philosophical inquiry and deeper learning through termly projects. Each project is centered around key enquiry questions, allowing pupils to connect concepts across subjects. The school also emphasizes outdoor learning, with opportunities for students to engage with nature through gardening and caring for animals.

Community is central to the school’s identity, fostering strong ties with local parishes and promoting charitable work. This commitment to community and Christian values helps cultivate a supportive environment where children can thrive academically and personally.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
160
Pupils
150
Boys
80
Girls
70
FSM %
12.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 150 80 70 160 12.00
2024-09-11 152 87 65 160 7.90
2023-09-11 152 78 74 160 10.50
2022-09-11 152 78 74 160 10.50
2021-09-11 157 85 72 160 10.80
2020-09-11 159 82 77 160 7.50

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