Thaxted Primary School

URN: 115288 • Dunmow CM6 2LW

Overview

Name
Thaxted Primary School
URN
115288
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Caroline Crompton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01371830240
Website
Visit
Address
Bardfield Road, Dunmow CM6 2LW

Summary

Thaxted Primary School is a mixed foundation school located in Dunmow, Essex, serving 246 pupils with a capacity for 266. The school is committed to fostering a safe and stimulating learning environment where every child can thrive. The ethos is built around six lifelong learning skills: Respect, Responsibility, Reasoning, Reflectiveness, Resourcefulness, and Resilience, which are integral to the school's approach to education.

The school aims to nurture independent learners and encourages pupils to develop a growth mindset. Thaxted Primary values the importance of community involvement, welcoming parents and carers to actively participate in their children's education and well-being. The headteacher, Mrs. Crompton, emphasizes the shared responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students.

In addition to academic achievement, Thaxted Primary School focuses on introducing pupils to diverse cultures and beliefs, fostering an inclusive environment. The school is dedicated to high expectations for all learners, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate an ever-changing world. For more information, visit their website at www.thaxted.essex.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
266
Pupils
246
Boys
129
Girls
117
FSM %
12.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 246 129 117 266 12.60
2024-09-11 258 131 127 266 12.00
2023-09-11 253 138 115 266 10.70
2022-09-11 253 138 115 266 10.70
2021-09-11 254 134 120 266 7.90
2020-09-11 250 127 123 266 7.60

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