John Ray Infant School
URN: 150501 • Braintree CM7 1HL
Overview
- Name
- John Ray Infant School
- URN
- 150501
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE COMPASS PARTNERSHIP OF SCHOOLS
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 41.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lisa Christian (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01376323071
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Notley Road, Braintree CM7 1HL
Summary
John Ray Infant School, located in Braintree, Essex, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 335 pupils, out of a capacity of 360. The school is dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive environment where children can explore and learn. The ethos is built on core values such as respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, honesty, and curiosity, which are integrated into daily activities and the curriculum.
The school aims to educate the whole child, fostering a love for learning through a varied curriculum that encourages creativity and curiosity. John Ray Infant School places a strong emphasis on developing positive learning behaviours, including resilience and cooperation, to support children's educational journeys.
Partnerships with parents and carers are highly valued, promoting open communication and involvement in the educational process. The school community is committed to nurturing each child's unique strengths and interests, ensuring they feel valued and inspired to achieve their full potential. For more information, visit their website at www.johnrayinfant.compassps.uk.
The school aims to educate the whole child, fostering a love for learning through a varied curriculum that encourages creativity and curiosity. John Ray Infant School places a strong emphasis on developing positive learning behaviours, including resilience and cooperation, to support children's educational journeys.
Partnerships with parents and carers are highly valued, promoting open communication and involvement in the educational process. The school community is committed to nurturing each child's unique strengths and interests, ensuring they feel valued and inspired to achieve their full potential. For more information, visit their website at www.johnrayinfant.compassps.uk.
Useful links
- Compass Partnership of Schools (other)
- Parent View (other)
- e4education (other)
- The Compass Partnership of Schools (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility (other)
- John Ray Infant School House Nursery (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 2 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE COMPASS PARTNERSHIP OF SCHOOLS
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 335
- Boys
- 167
- Girls
- 168
- FSM %
- 23.00
- Open date
- 2024-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 335 | 167 | 168 | 360 | 23.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 360 |
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