The Gateway Primary Free School
URN: 138334 • Grays RM16 4LU
Overview
- Name
- The Gateway Primary Free School
- URN
- 138334
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- GATEWAY LEARNING COMMUNITY
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Pattison (since 2025) , Acting Head of School
- Telephone
- 01375489094
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Marshfoot Road, Grays RM16 4LU
Summary
The Gateway Primary Free School, located in Grays, Thurrock, serves a mixed-gender population of 439 pupils, with a capacity of 480. As a free school, it aims to provide high-quality education through an engaging curriculum that fosters the development of key skills essential for life. The school prioritises academic success, with small class sizes of 20 for core subjects like reading, writing, and maths, ensuring focused attention on each pupil's attainment and progress.
The school's ethos is built around the values of responsibility, resilience, compassion, and aspiration, promoting a culture of positive behaviour and community engagement. Gateway Primary is committed to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are prepared for future challenges, both academically and socially. The school also emphasizes the importance of extracurricular activities and partnerships, such as collaborations with the Royal Opera House, to enrich the educational experience.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (36.90%), Gateway Primary is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that supports diverse learners. The school encourages parental involvement and invites families to visit and experience the community-focused atmosphere firsthand.
The school's ethos is built around the values of responsibility, resilience, compassion, and aspiration, promoting a culture of positive behaviour and community engagement. Gateway Primary is committed to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are prepared for future challenges, both academically and socially. The school also emphasizes the importance of extracurricular activities and partnerships, such as collaborations with the Royal Opera House, to enrich the educational experience.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (36.90%), Gateway Primary is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that supports diverse learners. The school encourages parental involvement and invites families to visit and experience the community-focused atmosphere firsthand.
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- Term Dates (other)
- Policies and Procedures (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions [Reception - Year 6] (other)
- Admissions Appeals (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred (74.2)
- Quarry Hill Academy (71.4)
- St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School (68.2)
- Tudor Court Primary School (66.1)
- Warren Primary School (66.0)
Key details
- LA
- Thurrock
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- GATEWAY LEARNING COMMUNITY
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- 439
- Boys
- 210
- Girls
- 229
- FSM %
- 36.90
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 439 | 210 | 229 | 480 | 36.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 439 | 218 | 221 | 480 | 33.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 427 | 215 | 212 | 480 | 34.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 427 | 215 | 212 | 480 | 34.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 408 | 204 | 204 | 480 | 32.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 400 | 205 | 195 | 480 | 28.50 |
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