Woodside Academy

URN: 139106 • Grays RM16 2GJ

Overview

Name
Woodside Academy
URN
139106
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
WOODSIDE ACADEMY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
J Ryder (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01375372513
Website
Visit
Address
Grangewood Avenue, Grays RM16 2GJ

Summary

Woodside Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Grays, Thurrock, with a current enrolment of 660 pupils, matching its capacity. The school is dedicated to providing a well-rounded education that extends beyond academics, focusing on the emotional and social development of children. The Principal, Ms Ryder, emphasizes the importance of nurturing confident and creative individuals through a curriculum enriched by the arts and sports.

The academy promotes a strong ethos of excellence and opportunity, striving for high academic standards while ensuring that every child has access to a broad range of experiences, including outdoor learning as a Forest School. This approach fosters independence, resilience, and a sense of responsibility towards the community and environment.

Woodside Academy also values inclusivity and diversity, creating a warm atmosphere where all children feel valued. The school actively engages with the local community, offering various trips and experiences that enhance learning and personal growth, preparing students not just for school but for life beyond it.

Key details

LA
Thurrock
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WOODSIDE ACADEMY
Capacity
660
Pupils
660
Boys
336
Girls
324
FSM %
16.70
Open date
2012-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 660 336 324 660 16.70
2024-09-11 668 341 327 668 19.90
2023-09-11 666 332 334 690 15.60
2022-09-11 666 332 334 690 15.60
2021-09-11 669 322 347 690 14.60
2020-09-11 669 333 336 690 12.70

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