Ford End Church of England Primary School
URN: 148210 • Chelmsford CM3 1LQ
Overview
- Name
- Ford End Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 148210
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- LIFE EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Melissa Taylor (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01245237209
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Main Road, Chelmsford CM3 1LQ
Summary
Ford End Church of England Primary School is a small, mixed academy located in Chelmsford, Essex, with a current enrolment of 64 pupils and a capacity of 84. The school prioritises close relationships between staff, students, and families, fostering a supportive environment that encourages individual success through tailored interventions and challenges. As a Church of England school, it integrates its values and vision into daily activities, promoting a sense of community and shared purpose.
The curriculum at Ford End is designed to nurture creativity and optimism, aligning with the ethos of the LIFE Education Trust, of which the school is a part. The school actively engages with local projects, reinforcing its commitment to the community and the environment. Recent initiatives include a chick hatching project and themed learning days, which enhance the educational experience.
Ford End Primary School is dedicated to creating a caring and welcoming atmosphere where pupils feel secure and confident in their learning. The school has received positive feedback from inspections, highlighting the politeness and eagerness of its students both in academic pursuits and social interactions.
The curriculum at Ford End is designed to nurture creativity and optimism, aligning with the ethos of the LIFE Education Trust, of which the school is a part. The school actively engages with local projects, reinforcing its commitment to the community and the environment. Recent initiatives include a chick hatching project and themed learning days, which enhance the educational experience.
Ford End Primary School is dedicated to creating a caring and welcoming atmosphere where pupils feel secure and confident in their learning. The school has received positive feedback from inspections, highlighting the politeness and eagerness of its students both in academic pursuits and social interactions.
Useful links
- Attendance & Absences (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Uniform / Dress Code (download)
- School Brochure (download)
- Home (other)
- Being a Church School (other)
- Meet the Team (other)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LIFE EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 84
- Pupils
- 64
- Boys
- 34
- Girls
- 30
- FSM %
- 26.60
- Open date
- 2020-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 64 | 34 | 30 | 84 | 26.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 68 | 34 | 34 | 84 | 19.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 73 | 38 | 35 | 84 | 20.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 73 | 38 | 35 | 84 | 20.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 80 | 44 | 36 | 84 | 13.80 |
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