De La Salle School

URN: 115237 • Basildon SS14 2LA

Overview

Name
De La Salle School
URN
115237
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Norris (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01268281234
Website
Visit
Address
Ghyllgrove, Basildon SS14 2LA

Summary

De La Salle School, located in Basildon, Essex, is a voluntary aided secondary school with a mixed-gender enrollment of 765 students, exceeding its capacity of 750. Established in 1972 by the De La Salle Brothers, the school is rooted in Catholic principles, aiming to foster academic excellence alongside spiritual and moral development. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of nurturing each student's unique potential and preparing them for future challenges in education, employment, or training.

The curriculum at De La Salle School is designed to be broad and balanced, catering to students of all abilities. The school prioritises the development of critical thinking, creativity, and a love of learning, while also instilling respect for diverse cultures and faiths. Support systems are in place to ensure that every student is encouraged to grow in self-esteem and responsibility.

De La Salle School is committed to creating a secure and purposeful learning environment, fostering a sense of community both within the school and in the wider area. The school actively promotes values of respect and service, ensuring that students are well-prepared to contribute positively to society.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
750
Pupils
765
Boys
400
Girls
365
FSM %
26.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 765 400 365 750 26.10
2024-09-11 755 385 370 750 29.30
2023-09-11 752 366 386 750 28.70
2022-09-11 752 366 386 750 28.70
2021-09-11 749 363 386 750 25.90
2020-09-11 751 363 388 750 20.20

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