R A Butler Junior School
URN: 136328 • Saffron Walden CB11 3DG
Overview
- Name
- R A Butler Junior School
- URN
- 136328
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SAFFRON ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 74.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Vincent (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01799523651
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- South Road, Saffron Walden CB11 3DG
Summary
R A Butler Junior School, located in Saffron Walden, Essex, is a mixed primary academy with a capacity of 384 pupils. The school emphasizes a nurturing and dynamic learning environment, where respectful relationships are central to its ethos. As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting School, R A Butler promotes values encapsulated in its 6Rs: Respectful Relationships, Risk Taking, Resilience, Resourcefulness, Reflective, and aRticulate. These principles guide the school's approach to education and personal development.
The curriculum at R A Butler is designed to be engaging and knowledge-rich, offering a variety of academic, sporting, artistic, and pastoral activities. The school aims to develop well-rounded individuals, encouraging independence and leadership among its Year 6 students. Staff members are dedicated to creating stimulating learning environments that cater to the needs of all children.
R A Butler Junior School values strong partnerships with families and the community, recognizing the importance of collaboration in fostering a positive educational experience. The school is committed to continuous reflection and improvement, ensuring that it provides high-quality opportunities for all pupils.
The curriculum at R A Butler is designed to be engaging and knowledge-rich, offering a variety of academic, sporting, artistic, and pastoral activities. The school aims to develop well-rounded individuals, encouraging independence and leadership among its Year 6 students. Staff members are dedicated to creating stimulating learning environments that cater to the needs of all children.
R A Butler Junior School values strong partnerships with families and the community, recognizing the importance of collaboration in fostering a positive educational experience. The school is committed to continuous reflection and improvement, ensuring that it provides high-quality opportunities for all pupils.
Useful links
- https://t.co/430NjIE1Tp (other)
- https://t.co/aHvnQGcWz7 (other)
- https://t.co/g1NS5eAZSo (other)
- https://t.co/oAMWsr51ej (other)
- @RAButlerAcademy (other)
- Facebook (other)
- Twitter (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SAFFRON ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 384
- Pupils
- 384
- Boys
- 209
- Girls
- 175
- FSM %
- 11.50
- Open date
- 2010-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 384 | 209 | 175 | 384 | 11.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 384 | 204 | 180 | 360 | 13.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 365 | 187 | 178 | 360 | 8.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 365 | 187 | 178 | 360 | 8.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 373 | 188 | 185 | 360 | 8.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 378 | 188 | 190 | 360 | 4.50 |
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