Alton Park Junior School

URN: 142685 • Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1DL

Overview

Name
Alton Park Junior School
URN
142685
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
36.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicky Sirett (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Alton Park Road, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1DL

Summary

Alton Park Junior School, located in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 487 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 480. The school prides itself on fostering a strong sense of community and inclusivity, guided by its core values of kindness, safety, responsibility, and readiness. These principles are central to the school's ethos, ensuring that every student feels valued and supported.

The curriculum at Alton Park is designed to be broad and balanced, focusing on the development of both academic and personal skills. The school employs the CUSP programme, which incorporates evidence-based teaching methods such as spaced retrieval practice and explicit vocabulary instruction. This approach aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for future success while promoting resilience and a growth mindset.

Alton Park Junior School is committed to nurturing its pupils in a safe and caring environment. The school provides various opportunities for hands-on learning experiences, helping students to appreciate diversity and develop respect for others. This supportive atmosphere encourages students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
480
Pupils
487
Boys
260
Girls
227
FSM %
37.40
Open date
2016-04-01
Close date
2019-09-30
Last Ofsted
2019-02-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 487 260 227 480 37.40
2024-09-11 487 260 227 480 37.40
2023-09-11 487 260 227 480 37.40
2022-09-11 487 260 227 480 37.40
2021-09-11 487 260 227 480 37.40
2020-09-11 487 260 227 480 37.40

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