Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy

URN: 147817 • Braintree CM7 4LD

Overview

Name
Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy
URN
147817
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
CANONIUM LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
42.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martin Hawrylak (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01371810423
Website
Visit
Address
Vicarage Road, Braintree CM7 4LD

Summary

Finchingfield St John the Baptist Church of England Primary Academy is a small, mixed-gender primary school located in Braintree, Essex. With a current enrolment of 61 pupils and a capacity of 84, the school is part of the Canonium Learning Trust, which aims to provide high-quality education tailored to each child's needs. The academy places a strong emphasis on nurturing students' physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

The school adopts a teaching philosophy influenced by Montessori principles, promoting independent learning and critical thinking. This approach encourages children to explore their interests and develop into well-rounded individuals within a supportive environment. The academy also offers a nursery, providing a strong foundation for early education.

Finchingfield Academy values community involvement and aims to create a welcoming atmosphere for families. The school's vision focuses on fostering healthy bodies, loving hearts, and inquisitive minds, ensuring that every child is encouraged to thrive academically and personally. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CANONIUM LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
84
Pupils
61
Boys
32
Girls
29
FSM %
8.90
Open date
2020-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 61 32 29 84 8.90
2024-09-11 47 30 17 84 5.00
2023-09-11 61 31 30 84 5.00
2022-09-11 61 31 30 84 5.00
2021-09-11 69 36 33 84 4.30
2020-09-11 84

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