Great Berry Primary School
URN: 137226 • Basildon SS16 6SG
Overview
- Name
- Great Berry Primary School
- URN
- 137226
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CRESCO MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Damian Pye (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01268544709
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Great Berry Primary School, Forest Glade, Basildon SS16 6SG
Summary
Great Berry Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Basildon, Essex, serving 426 pupils with a capacity of 420. Established in 1988, the school has grown significantly from its initial 56 students and is known for its strong community ties and commitment to providing a supportive learning environment. The school emphasizes its vision and values, fostering a culture of respect and collaboration among students and staff.
The curriculum at Great Berry Primary is designed to engage students and promote a love for learning. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities and events, such as Poetry Week, to enrich the educational experience. Additionally, the school provides support for families, including meetings for Year 6 parents regarding secondary school applications and residential trips.
With a low percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (1.40%), Great Berry Primary reflects a diverse community. The school actively engages with parents and the local area, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for future challenges. For more information, visit their website at http://www.greatberry.co.uk/.
The curriculum at Great Berry Primary is designed to engage students and promote a love for learning. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities and events, such as Poetry Week, to enrich the educational experience. Additionally, the school provides support for families, including meetings for Year 6 parents regarding secondary school applications and residential trips.
With a low percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (1.40%), Great Berry Primary reflects a diverse community. The school actively engages with parents and the local area, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for future challenges. For more information, visit their website at http://www.greatberry.co.uk/.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Late/Absence Procedures (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Learning and Teaching Policy 2021 (other)
- Policies (other)
- Website Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Lee Chapel Primary School (80.4)
- Lee Chapel Primary School (70.2)
- The Phoenix Primary School (69.2)
- Greensted Primary School & Nursery (67.5)
- Lincewood Primary School (64.0)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CRESCO MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 426
- Boys
- 210
- Girls
- 216
- FSM %
- 1.40
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 426 | 210 | 216 | 420 | 1.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 436 | 227 | 209 | 420 | 0.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 435 | 217 | 218 | 420 | 1.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 435 | 217 | 218 | 420 | 1.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 434 | 210 | 224 | 420 | 2.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 433 | 206 | 227 | 420 | 2.80 |
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