Beehive Lane Community Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
7.3x
Demand
About Beehive Lane Community Primary School
Beehive Lane Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chelmsford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Paul Sully, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 931st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 41 in Chelmsford.
Beehive Lane Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 219 applications for 30 places, making it 7.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beehive Lane Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Tennis, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Eco Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chelmsford, Beehive Lane Community 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 | Beehive Lane, Chelmsford, Chelmsford, CM2 9SR |
| Headteacher | Paul Sully |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.8% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (21 Apr 2022): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Apr 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
931st of 13,686
Nationally
88th of 1,612
In East of England
3rd of 41
In Chelmsford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
37%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
83%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
219
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Beehive Lane, Chelmsford
Chelmsford, CM2 9SR
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