Friars Primary School and Nursery

URN: 134704 • Southend-on-Sea SS3 9XX

Overview

Name
Friars Primary School and Nursery
URN
134704
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Cheryl Woolf (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Constable Way, Southend-on-Sea SS3 9XX

Summary

Friars Primary School and Nursery, located in Southend-on-Sea, is a community school that caters to a mixed-gender population with a capacity of 472 students. The school is committed to nurturing happy and healthy children in a safe environment, providing a rich curriculum designed to motivate and inspire all learners. The school's ethos emphasizes respect for diverse ideas and values, fostering confidence, resilience, and independence among students.

The school boasts extensive outdoor facilities, including age-specific play areas, physical trails, and an environmental garden, alongside spacious classrooms that support a stimulating learning atmosphere. Friars Primary School aims to meet the educational needs of every child, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges and equipped with essential key skills.

As part of the Portico Academy Trust, Friars Primary School prioritises collaboration and community engagement, striving for excellence in teaching and learning. The school actively works to narrow attainment gaps and promote high aspirations among all pupils, regardless of their backgrounds, while encouraging a lifelong love of learning.

Key details

LA
Southend-on-Sea
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
472
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
2004-09-01
Close date
2016-08-31
Last Ofsted
2014-12-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 472
2024-09-11 472
2023-09-11 472
2022-09-11 472
2021-09-11 472
2020-09-11 472

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