West Thurrock Academy
URN: 139991 • Grays RM20 3HR
Overview
- Name
- West Thurrock Academy
- URN
- 139991
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WEST THURROCK ACADEMY
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sam Proctor (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01708866743
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Schoolfield Road, Grays RM20 3HR
Summary
West Thurrock Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Grays, Thurrock, with a current enrolment of 452 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment, with approximately 24.8% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to serving the local community.
The academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to foster creativity and critical thinking, supported by a range of after-school clubs. These clubs cater to various interests, including arts and crafts, rugby, computing, and cheerleading, allowing students from Year 1 to Year 6 to engage in enriching activities beyond the classroom.
Governance at West Thurrock Academy is managed by a dedicated team of governors, including parent and staff representatives, who work collaboratively to ensure the school meets its educational objectives and adheres to legal requirements. The governing body plays a vital role in shaping the school's vision and monitoring its performance, ensuring accountability to all stakeholders. For more information, visit the school's website at [westthurrockacademy.co.uk](http://www.westthurrockacademy.co.uk).
The academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to foster creativity and critical thinking, supported by a range of after-school clubs. These clubs cater to various interests, including arts and crafts, rugby, computing, and cheerleading, allowing students from Year 1 to Year 6 to engage in enriching activities beyond the classroom.
Governance at West Thurrock Academy is managed by a dedicated team of governors, including parent and staff representatives, who work collaboratively to ensure the school meets its educational objectives and adheres to legal requirements. The governing body plays a vital role in shaping the school's vision and monitoring its performance, ensuring accountability to all stakeholders. For more information, visit the school's website at [westthurrockacademy.co.uk](http://www.westthurrockacademy.co.uk).
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Full Calendar of Events (calendar)
- Rock Kids! (calendar)
- Year 2 PJ Day (calendar)
- Year 3 Slime Making (calendar)
- Year 4 British Museum Trip (calendar)
- Year 5 Space Experience (calendar)
- Newsletter No. 4 - 3rd October 2025 (download)
- Newsletter No. 5 - 10th October 2025 (download)
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
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WEST THURROCK ACADEMY
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 452
- Boys
- 232
- Girls
- 220
- FSM %
- 24.80
- Open date
- 2013-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-07-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 452 | 232 | 220 | 420 | 24.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 458 | 230 | 228 | 420 | 27.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 439 | 208 | 231 | 420 | 28.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 439 | 208 | 231 | 420 | 28.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 443 | 207 | 236 | 203 | 23.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 473 | 225 | 248 | 203 | 16.60 |
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