Buttsbury Primary School
98%
Capacity
856
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Buttsbury Primary School
Buttsbury Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Basildon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 856 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 872 places).
the school is led by headteacher Ann Robinson, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3117th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 39 in Basildon.
Buttsbury Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 319 applications for 120 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 114 were first-preference applications.
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 Buttsbury Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Rounders, Cricket, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Science Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, Buttsbury 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 | None |
| Address | Norsey View Drive, Billericay, Basildon, CM12 0QR |
| Headteacher | Ann Robinson |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 856 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.6% |
| School Capacity | 856 / 872 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2019Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3117th of 13,686
Nationally
301st of 1,612
In East of England
8th of 39
In Basildon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
73%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed120
319
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
114 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Buttsbury Primary School
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Contact Information
Norsey View Drive, Billericay
Basildon, CM12 0QR
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