Great Chesterford Church of England Primary Academy

URN: 137516 • Saffron Walden CB10 1NN

Overview

Name
Great Chesterford Church of England Primary Academy
URN
137516
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
GREAT OAK MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Amy Sargeant (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01799530292
Website
Visit
Address
School Street, Saffron Walden CB10 1NN

Summary

Great Chesterford Church of England Primary Academy is a mixed academy located in Saffron Walden, Essex, with a current enrolment of 186 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on fostering a caring Christian environment that promotes positive relationships among students, parents, and staff. The motto "Together We are Great" reflects the school's commitment to inclusivity, respect, and high standards of behaviour.

The curriculum at Great Chesterford is designed to support the holistic development of pupils, encouraging them to become well-rounded, lifelong learners. The school emphasizes teamwork and aims to provide a breadth of opportunities that help students develop a strong sense of responsibility towards themselves and their community. The recent Key Stage 2 results place the school in the top 2% of all schools nationally, highlighting its academic excellence.

In addition to a robust academic framework, Great Chesterford offers various support services, including SEND advice, e-safety resources, and pastoral care. The school actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement through initiatives like the Parent WhatsApp Groups and the PTA. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
GREAT OAK MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
186
Boys
94
Girls
92
FSM %
3.80
Open date
2011-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 186 94 92 210 3.80
2024-09-11 197 102 95 210 8.10
2023-09-11 197 97 100 210 6.10
2022-09-11 197 97 100 210 6.10
2021-09-11 203 98 105 210 3.40
2020-09-11 210 104 106 210 1.90

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