Cherry Tree Primary School, Basildon

URN: 132833 • Basildon SS16 4AG

Overview

Name
Cherry Tree Primary School, Basildon
URN
132833
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicolette Barrand (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Church Road, Basildon SS16 4AG

Summary

Cherry Tree Primary School is a mixed community school located in Basildon, Essex, with a current enrolment of 458 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 410. The school operates as a 2-form entry primary school and includes a nursery, providing a nurturing environment for children to thrive. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its core values: Caring, Thriving, Preparing, and Succeeding, which guide its approach to education and community engagement.

The curriculum at Cherry Tree is designed to foster lifelong learning and emotional well-being, ensuring that pupils develop a sense of pride in themselves and their achievements. The school emphasizes a broad range of activities and opportunities, promoting good manners, courtesy, and self-discipline among students. Additionally, strong partnerships with families and the local community are integral to the school's mission.

School hours are structured to accommodate both nursery and primary students, with the school day running from 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. for Reception to Year 6. The school is committed to supporting all children, including those with special educational needs, and provides various resources and policies to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
410
Pupils
458
Boys
228
Girls
230
FSM %
26.00
Open date
2001-04-01
Close date
2019-03-31
Last Ofsted
2018-07-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 458 228 230 410 26.00
2024-09-11 458 228 230 410 26.00
2023-09-11 458 228 230 410 26.00
2022-09-11 458 228 230 410 26.00
2021-09-11 458 228 230 410 26.00
2020-09-11 458 228 230 410 26.00

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