St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree

URN: 115194 • Braintree CM7 2SY

Overview

Name
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree
URN
115194
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Vicky Jackson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01376320440
Website
Visit
Address
Gilchrist Way, Braintree CM7 2SY

Summary

St Francis Catholic Primary School, located in Braintree, Essex, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to a mixed-gender population of 210 pupils. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children can achieve their highest potential in educational, personal, and spiritual development. Guided by the teachings of Jesus and Gospel values, the school emphasises respect, kindness, and the importance of making thoughtful choices.

The curriculum at St Francis is designed to be broad, relevant, and engaging, encouraging creativity and progressive learning. The dedicated staff work closely with parents to ensure a strong partnership throughout the educational journey. The school also maintains strong ties with the local parish, Our Lady Queen of Peace, integrating faith into daily school life and community activities.

Headteacher Mrs Vicky Jackson highlights the school's focus on creating a supportive and stimulating atmosphere for all students. Families are encouraged to participate actively in school life, reinforcing the sense of community that is central to the ethos of St Francis Catholic Primary School.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
210
Boys
102
Girls
108
FSM %
9.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-02-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 210 102 108 210 9.00
2024-09-11 210 104 106 210 9.00
2023-09-11 204 105 99 210 10.30
2022-09-11 204 105 99 210 10.30
2021-09-11 205 109 96 210 10.20
2020-09-11 200 105 95 210 8.00

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