Briscoe Primary School & Nursery
101%
Capacity
318
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Briscoe Primary School & Nursery
Briscoe Primary School & Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basildon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 318 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Briscoe Primary School & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Terri Chudleigh, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7769th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 39 in Basildon.
Briscoe Primary School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 36 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
Briscoe Primary School & Nursery has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (95 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Briscoe Primary School & Nursery include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Tennis, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, Briscoe Primary School & Nursery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Felmores End, Basildon, Basildon, SS13 1PN |
| Headteacher | Terri Chudleigh |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 318 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.9% |
| School Capacity | 318 / 315 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7769th of 13,686
Nationally
837th of 1,612
In East of England
23rd of 39
In Basildon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
95 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Briscoe Primary School & Nursery
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Contact Information
Felmores End, Basildon
Basildon, SS13 1PN
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