Graham James Primary Academy
URN: 139613 • Stanford-le-Hope SS17 7ES
Overview
- Name
- Graham James Primary Academy
- URN
- 139613
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- GRAHAM JAMES PRIMARY ACADEMY
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Petra Back (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01375675889
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Sorrells, Stanford-le-Hope SS17 7ES
Summary
Graham James Primary Academy is a mixed academy converter located in Stanford-le-Hope, Thurrock, accommodating 459 pupils with a capacity of 480. The school is dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment where children are encouraged to reach their full potential and develop a love for learning. Headteacher Mrs. Petra Back emphasizes the importance of caring for both education and community, creating a supportive atmosphere for students and families alike.
The curriculum at Graham James Primary Academy is designed to engage students and prepare them for future challenges. The school promotes a growth mindset, encouraging pupils to embrace learning opportunities and develop resilience. Additionally, the school offers various extracurricular activities, including a Breakfast Club that provides a nutritious start to the day, ensuring children are well-prepared for their lessons.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of the academy's ethos, with strong partnerships between parents, staff, and local organisations. This collaborative approach fosters a family-like atmosphere, where children are nurtured and valued, contributing to their overall development and well-being.
The curriculum at Graham James Primary Academy is designed to engage students and prepare them for future challenges. The school promotes a growth mindset, encouraging pupils to embrace learning opportunities and develop resilience. Additionally, the school offers various extracurricular activities, including a Breakfast Club that provides a nutritious start to the day, ensuring children are well-prepared for their lessons.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of the academy's ethos, with strong partnerships between parents, staff, and local organisations. This collaborative approach fosters a family-like atmosphere, where children are nurtured and valued, contributing to their overall development and well-being.
Useful links
- Governors – Key Information (governance)
- Governors – Who are we? (governance)
- Our Governors (governance)
- S.E.N.D (Special Educational Needs & Disability) (sen)
- SEND and Well-Being (sen)
- Parents (calendar)
- Severe Weather Procedures (calendar)
- E-Safety Policy (calendar)
- Relationship and Sex Education (calendar)
- Term Dates (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Horndon-On-the-Hill CofE Primary School (64.0)
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (62.0)
- Stanford-Le-Hope Primary School (61.7)
- Arthur Bugler Primary School (60.2)
- Giffards Primary School (59.8)
Key details
- LA
- Thurrock
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- GRAHAM JAMES PRIMARY ACADEMY
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- 459
- Boys
- 235
- Girls
- 224
- FSM %
- 17.60
- Open date
- 2013-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-11-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 459 | 235 | 224 | 480 | 17.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 467 | 230 | 237 | 480 | 18.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 473 | 239 | 234 | 480 | 16.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 473 | 239 | 234 | 480 | 16.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 472 | 252 | 220 | 480 | 13.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 467 | 250 | 217 | 480 | 11.10 |
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