Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Primary School

URN: 145996 • Rayleigh SS6 9EH

Overview

Name
Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Primary School
URN
145996
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ASSISI CATHOLIC TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
P Parascandolo (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01268785741
Website
Visit
Address
Little Wheatley Chase, Rayleigh SS6 9EH

Summary

Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Rayleigh, Essex, with a current enrolment of 422 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 420. The school operates under the Assisi Catholic Trust and is committed to providing a nurturing environment that reflects its core values of welcome, love, respect, and encouragement. The mission statement emphasizes the importance of community, valuing each individual, and fostering personal growth through forgiveness and support.

The school aims to create a positive atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop their talents and strive for excellence. The curriculum is designed to cater to the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring that each child feels valued and supported in their learning journey.

In addition to academic pursuits, Our Lady of Ransom engages with the wider community, including plans to take ownership of the former convent building, which may enhance the school's facilities and resources. The school regularly communicates with parents through newsletters and information sessions, fostering a collaborative relationship between home and school.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ASSISI CATHOLIC TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
422
Boys
218
Girls
204
FSM %
9.00
Open date
2018-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 422 218 204 420 9.00
2024-09-11 401 212 189 420 9.00
2023-09-11 383 196 187 420 10.40
2022-09-11 383 196 187 420 10.40
2021-09-11 373 197 176 420 10.20
2020-09-11 365 191 174 420 9.90

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