Abacus Primary School
98%
Capacity
412
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Abacus Primary School
Abacus Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basildon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 412 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Abacus Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Heidi Blakeley, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5473rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 39 in Basildon.
Abacus Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 178 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
Abacus Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abacus Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Dance, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, Abacus Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Tresco Way, Wickford, Basildon, SS12 9GJ |
| Headteacher | Heidi Blakeley |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 412 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.8% |
| School Capacity | 412 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5473rd of 13,686
Nationally
580th of 1,612
In East of England
14th of 39
In Basildon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
178
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Abacus Primary School
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Contact Information
Tresco Way, Wickford
Basildon, SS12 9GJ
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