Grove Wood Primary School

URN: 141052 • Rayleigh SS6 8UA

Overview

Name
Grove Wood Primary School
URN
141052
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
GROVE WOOD ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
77.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Richard Green (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01268743445
Website
Visit
Address
Grove Road, Rayleigh SS6 8UA

Summary

Grove Wood Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Rayleigh, Essex, with a current enrolment of 632 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 630. The school is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, guided by its ethos of "Strive, Positivity, Achieve, Respect, and Kindness." This approach aims to cultivate not only academic success but also the personal development of each child.

The curriculum at Grove Wood Primary encompasses a broad range of subjects, including English, Mathematics, Science, and the Arts, ensuring a well-rounded education. The school places a strong emphasis on phonics and reading, alongside a variety of extracurricular activities to enhance student engagement and learning. Additionally, the school offers pastoral care and support services to cater to the diverse needs of its students.

Community involvement is integral to Grove Wood Primary, with initiatives such as the Friends of Grove Wood Primary and various fundraising events. The school maintains open communication with parents through newsletters and updates, fostering a collaborative approach to education and community engagement. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
GROVE WOOD ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
630
Pupils
632
Boys
310
Girls
322
FSM %
9.20
Open date
2014-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 632 310 322 630 9.20
2024-09-11 630 295 335 630 9.40
2023-09-11 630 317 313 630 9.70
2022-09-11 630 317 313 630 9.70
2021-09-11 631 312 319 630 9.40
2020-09-11 630 306 324 630 8.50

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