Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
URN: 146296 • South Ockendon RM15 5RP
Overview
- Name
- Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 146296
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CHRISTUS CATHOLIC TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 44.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sandra Power (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01708853000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Daiglen Drive, South Ockendon RM15 5RP
Summary
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is a mixed, one-form entry academy located in South Ockendon, Essex. Established by the La Sainte Union order, the school serves children aged 3 to 11 years, including a part-time nursery with a capacity for 26 children. With a total of 232 pupils, the school operates within a welcoming environment that emphasizes Gospel values and a Christ-centred approach to education.
The school aims to educate the whole child, addressing their spiritual, academic, emotional, social, and physical needs. Holy Cross is committed to inclusivity and strives for high expectations for all students, ensuring they are well-prepared for future educational challenges and life in the 21st century. The curriculum is diverse and engaging, reflecting the cultural richness of the school community, and is complemented by a variety of extra-curricular activities.
Located on an 8-acre site, Holy Cross provides a supportive and nurturing atmosphere for its pupils. The school encourages strong relationships within the community and invites parents to participate in their children's education through open communication and school visits.
The school aims to educate the whole child, addressing their spiritual, academic, emotional, social, and physical needs. Holy Cross is committed to inclusivity and strives for high expectations for all students, ensuring they are well-prepared for future educational challenges and life in the 21st century. The curriculum is diverse and engaging, reflecting the cultural richness of the school community, and is complemented by a variety of extra-curricular activities.
Located on an 8-acre site, Holy Cross provides a supportive and nurturing atmosphere for its pupils. The school encourages strong relationships within the community and invites parents to participate in their children's education through open communication and school visits.
Useful links
- Governor Secure Zone (governance)
- Our Governors (governance)
- SEN Needs or Diagnosis (sen)
- SEN Support, Referrals, EP Service and PATT SENDIASS (sen)
- SEND at Holy Cross Summary (sen)
- SEND Local Offer 2024 - 2025 (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- General Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Dilkes Academy (73.0)
- Dilkes Primary School (70.2)
- Bonnygate Primary School (62.2)
- Kenningtons Primary Academy (61.9)
- Holy Cross Catholic Primary School (61.5)
Key details
- LA
- Thurrock
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CHRISTUS CATHOLIC TRUST
- Capacity
- 236
- Pupils
- 232
- Boys
- 131
- Girls
- 101
- FSM %
- 17.30
- Open date
- 2019-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 232 | 131 | 101 | 236 | 17.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 220 | 115 | 105 | 236 | 19.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 228 | 128 | 100 | 236 | 16.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 228 | 128 | 100 | 236 | 16.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 232 | 126 | 106 | 236 | 12.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 236 | 127 | 109 | 236 | 10.70 |
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