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Beckers Green Primary School

Beckers Green Primary School

Braintree, CM7 3PRPrimary School·Ages 5-11
Goodby Ofsted

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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressBeckers Green Road, Braintree, Braintree, CM7 3PR
HeadteacherClaire Smyth
Local AuthorityEssex
Number of Pupils317
Free School Meals (FSM)33.4%
School Capacity317 / 364 (87% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

28 Jun 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (28 Jun 2023): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
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

Top 52%

773rd of 1,612

In East of England

Top 50%

23rd of 46

In Braintree

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

62%

Expected Standard

7%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 105
Expected:78%
Higher:27%
Writing
Expected:69%
Higher:16%
MathsAvg Score: 104
Expected:76%
Higher:16%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -10%

'22/23

72%

'23/24

62%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
LibraryArt StudiosDining HallForest SchoolPlaying FieldsOutdoor PlaygroundGymnasiumChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

FootballAthleticsNetballCricket

Clubs & Activities

Art ClubBook ClubEco ClubGardeningFilm Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

44

Applications

113

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.6x
0x1x2x3x5x+

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

Beckers Green Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01376322687www.beckersgreen.essex.sch.uk

Beckers Green Road, Braintree

Braintree, CM7 3PR

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Beckers Green Road, Braintree

Braintree, CM7 3PR

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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