Purleigh Community Primary School
URN: 140744 • Chelmsford CM3 6PJ
Overview
- Name
- Purleigh Community Primary School
- URN
- 140744
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE EVELEIGH LINK ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Neil Stotter (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01621828282
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Pump Lane, Chelmsford CM3 6PJ
Summary
Purleigh Community Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Chelmsford, Essex, with a current enrolment of 206 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, promoting outstanding behaviour among its students. It aims to provide a well-rounded education that encourages personal growth and academic achievement.
The school offers a diverse curriculum designed to engage and inspire students, with various activities and events planned throughout the year. Notable upcoming events include a Year 6 Cyber Safety session and an EYFS Coffee Morning, alongside the celebration of Black History Month. These initiatives reflect the school’s dedication to community involvement and cultural awareness.
Purleigh Community Primary School also prioritises the well-being of its students, providing support for those from disadvantaged backgrounds, as indicated by a free school meal percentage of 10.7%. The school encourages parental engagement and communication, ensuring that families are informed and involved in their children's education. For more information, visit their website at www.purleighprimary.com.
The school offers a diverse curriculum designed to engage and inspire students, with various activities and events planned throughout the year. Notable upcoming events include a Year 6 Cyber Safety session and an EYFS Coffee Morning, alongside the celebration of Black History Month. These initiatives reflect the school’s dedication to community involvement and cultural awareness.
Purleigh Community Primary School also prioritises the well-being of its students, providing support for those from disadvantaged backgrounds, as indicated by a free school meal percentage of 10.7%. The school encourages parental engagement and communication, ensuring that families are informed and involved in their children's education. For more information, visit their website at www.purleighprimary.com.
Useful links
- Purleigh Post 3rd October 2025 (download)
- Purleigh Post 10th October 2025 (download)
- Purleigh Post 26th September 2025 (download)
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Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE EVELEIGH LINK ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 206
- Boys
- 104
- Girls
- 102
- FSM %
- 10.70
- Open date
- 2014-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 206 | 104 | 102 | 210 | 10.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 207 | 105 | 102 | 210 | 9.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | 104 | 106 | 210 | 6.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 210 | 104 | 106 | 210 | 6.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 213 | 101 | 112 | 210 | 4.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 215 | 107 | 108 | 215 | 2.30 |
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