Great Dunmow Primary School

URN: 115298 • Great Dunmow CM6 1ZR

Overview

Name
Great Dunmow Primary School
URN
115298
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
80.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kevin Watts (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01371873184
Website
Visit
Address
Walnut Walk, Great Dunmow CM6 1ZR

Summary

Great Dunmow Primary School, located in Essex, is a mixed foundation primary school with a capacity of 420 pupils and currently serves 421 students. The school is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment where children can thrive academically and socially. Its core values of honesty, effort, and respect underpin the school's ethos, promoting a culture of politeness and responsibility among students.

The curriculum at Great Dunmow Primary is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, focusing on developing critical thinking skills through an enquiry-based approach. History is taught through engaging questions and diverse topics, ensuring that students gain a comprehensive understanding of both British history and significant global events. The school aims to foster independent learning and creativity, enabling pupils to master essential skills while enjoying their educational journey.

Collaboration between home, school, and the local community is highly valued, with staff dedicated to building strong partnerships with parents. The Headteacher, Mr. Kevin Watts, and the SENCO, Ms. Alison Brown, are readily available to support families and ensure every child receives the best possible education.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
421
Boys
236
Girls
185
FSM %
8.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 421 236 185 420 8.60
2024-09-11 423 233 190 420 7.10
2023-09-11 419 228 191 420 9.10
2022-09-11 419 228 191 420 9.10
2021-09-11 420 222 198 420 8.10
2020-09-11 427 226 201 420 6.80

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