The FitzWimarc School
URN: 141841 • Rayleigh SS6 8EB
Overview
- Name
- The FitzWimarc School
- URN
- 141841
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE FITZWIMARC SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 67.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Robert Harris (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01268743884
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hockley Road, Rayleigh SS6 8EB
Summary
The FitzWimarc School is a mixed comprehensive secondary academy located in Rayleigh, Essex, with a current enrolment of approximately 1,787 pupils. Established over 80 years ago, the school has built a strong reputation for academic excellence, consistently achieving examination results above national averages. The school aims to foster a supportive and caring environment, encouraging students to develop a lifelong love of learning while maintaining high standards of behaviour.
The curriculum at FitzWimarc is designed to be balanced and inclusive, catering to the diverse needs of its students. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral support, with a dedicated team that ensures students receive the care and guidance they need to thrive both academically and personally. Parents have expressed appreciation for the communication and support provided by the staff, highlighting the positive experiences their children have had at the school.
FitzWimarc School actively engages with the local community, encouraging participation in various initiatives and events. The school’s commitment to fostering strong relationships with families and the wider community is evident in its approach to education, making it a valued institution in Rayleigh. For more information, visit their website at [www.fitzwimarc.com](http://www.fitzwimarc.com).
The curriculum at FitzWimarc is designed to be balanced and inclusive, catering to the diverse needs of its students. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral support, with a dedicated team that ensures students receive the care and guidance they need to thrive both academically and personally. Parents have expressed appreciation for the communication and support provided by the staff, highlighting the positive experiences their children have had at the school.
FitzWimarc School actively engages with the local community, encouraging participation in various initiatives and events. The school’s commitment to fostering strong relationships with families and the wider community is evident in its approach to education, making it a valued institution in Rayleigh. For more information, visit their website at [www.fitzwimarc.com](http://www.fitzwimarc.com).
Useful links
- Governance Documents (governance)
- Governance (governance)
- Parents Information Evening Presentation materials (sen)
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Mid-year admissions (other)
- Policies, Procedures and Risk (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The FitzWimarc School (70.2)
- The Sweyne Park School (70.2)
- The Sweyne Park School (54.2)
- The Park School (37.5)
- The Sweyne School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE FITZWIMARC SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1790
- Pupils
- 1787
- Boys
- 912
- Girls
- 875
- FSM %
- 14.30
- Open date
- 2015-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1787 | 912 | 875 | 1790 | 14.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1782 | 912 | 870 | 1790 | 14.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1701 | 906 | 795 | 1790 | 10.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1701 | 906 | 795 | 1790 | 10.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1687 | 913 | 774 | 1670 | 8.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1662 | 870 | 792 | 1670 | 5.80 |
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