The Wickford Church of England School

URN: 137744 • Wickford SS11 8HE

Overview

Name
The Wickford Church of England School
URN
137744
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
HEARTS ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
71.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Annie Bristow (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
01268733297
Website
Visit
Address
Mount Road, Wickford SS11 8HE

Summary

The Wickford Church of England School is a mixed primary academy located in Wickford, Essex, catering to children aged 2 to 7 years. With a current enrolment of 140 pupils and a capacity of 165, the school emphasizes a respectful and caring learning environment, grounded in Christian values and spirituality. The school is closely linked with the Wickford and Runwell Diocese, reinforcing its commitment to fostering a supportive community.

The curriculum is designed to promote happiness, equity, achievement, resilience, truth, and spirituality, encapsulated in their HEARTS vision. The school offers a range of classes, including pre-school and Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and actively engages parents through workshops and events. The school has been recognized for its excellence, being shortlisted for the TES Primary School of the Year 2024 award.

Parents can find various resources and support for their children, including guidance for starting school and information on school tours for prospective families. The Wickford Church of England School is dedicated to professional development for its staff, collaborating with local teaching hubs to enhance educational practices within the community.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
2 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
HEARTS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
165
Pupils
140
Boys
76
Girls
64
FSM %
8.10
Open date
2011-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 140 76 64 165 8.10
2024-09-11 135 70 65 165 13.50
2023-09-11 151 81 70 165 10.00
2022-09-11 151 81 70 165 10.00
2021-09-11 145 82 63 165 9.00
2020-09-11 153 80 73 165 8.70

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