Beckers Green Primary School
87%
Capacity
317
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Beckers Green Primary School
Beckers Green Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Braintree community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 317 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 364 places).
Ofsted has rated Beckers Green Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Smyth, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7161st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 46 in Braintree.
Beckers Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 44 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
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 Beckers Green Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Cricket, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Braintree, Beckers Green 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Beckers Green Road, Braintree, Braintree, CM7 3PR |
| Headteacher | Claire Smyth |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 317 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.4% |
| School Capacity | 317 / 364 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7161st of 13,686
Nationally
773rd of 1,612
In East of England
23rd of 46
In Braintree
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
62%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
113
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beckers Green Primary School
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Contact Information
Beckers Green Road, Braintree
Braintree, CM7 3PR
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