St Margaret's Church of England Academy, Bowers Gifford

URN: 143453 • Basildon SS13 2DU

Overview

Name
St Margaret's Church of England Academy, Bowers Gifford
URN
143453
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE DIOCESE OF CHELMSFORD VINE SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Clare Marshall (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01268552176
Website
Visit
Address
London Road, Basildon SS13 2DU

Summary

St Margaret's Church of England Academy is a mixed primary school located in Bowers Gifford, Essex, with a current enrolment of 192 pupils and a capacity of 210. As an academy converter, it operates under the Diocese of Chelmsford Vine Schools Trust, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. The school prioritises children's social and spiritual development, aiming to create a nurturing atmosphere where high expectations are set for both students and staff.

The curriculum at St Margaret's is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on the holistic development of each child. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for learning. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with parents and the wider community to support the achievements of every child.

St Margaret's encourages community involvement and welcomes visitors to experience the school's ethos firsthand. The Head Teacher, Ms C Marshall, expresses pride in the school's caring relationships and the commitment to providing quality education, reflecting the values of the Church of England.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE DIOCESE OF CHELMSFORD VINE SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
192
Boys
99
Girls
93
FSM %
21.70
Open date
2016-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-07-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 192 99 93 210 21.70
2024-09-11 221 115 106 210 19.60
2023-09-11 224 123 101 210 16.60
2022-09-11 224 123 101 210 16.60
2021-09-11 235 129 106 210 14.30
2020-09-11 257 121 136 210 11.10

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