Barnes Farm Primary School

URN: 146000 • Chelmsford CM2 6QH

Overview

Name
Barnes Farm Primary School
URN
146000
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE CHELMSFORD LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Zanya Farmer (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01245467474
Website
Visit
Address
Henniker Gate, Chelmsford CM2 6QH

Summary

Barnes Farm Primary School, located in Chelmsford, Essex, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 551 pupils and a capacity of 630. The school is set to officially merge the Barnes Farm Infant and Junior Schools into a single primary institution on 1st September 2024. As a founding member of the Chelmsford Learning Partnership, Barnes Farm collaborates with various schools to enhance educational practices and community engagement.

The school's mission is to inspire and educate children through an engaging and broad curriculum, which is designed to be accessible for all students. Barnes Farm emphasizes the importance of enrichment opportunities that allow children to excel academically and personally. The school promotes values of independence, respect, and responsibility, ensuring that every child feels valued and has a voice within the community.

Barnes Farm Primary School is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to become resilient learners. The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Mrs Farmer, focus on providing diverse experiences beyond the classroom, preparing students for their future educational journeys and their roles in the wider community.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE CHELMSFORD LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
630
Pupils
551
Boys
264
Girls
287
FSM %
15.10
Open date
2018-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 551 264 287 630 15.10
2024-09-11 209 113 96 270 12.00
2023-09-11 245 121 124 270 15.90
2022-09-11 245 121 124 270 15.90
2021-09-11 247 115 132 270 14.20
2020-09-11 241 115 126 270 7.50

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