Cann Hall Primary School
99%
Capacity
416
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Cann Hall Primary School
Cann Hall Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Tendring community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 416 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Cann Hall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Wendy Byrne, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12824th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 33 in Tendring.
Cann Hall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 135 applications for 58 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cann Hall Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Science Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tendring, Cann Hall 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 | None |
| Address | Constable Avenue, Clacton-on-Sea, Tendring, CO16 8DA |
| Headteacher | Wendy Byrne |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 416 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.9% |
| School Capacity | 416 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12824th of 13,686
Nationally
1473rd of 1,612
In East of England
27th of 33
In Tendring
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
37%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
135
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cann Hall Primary School
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Contact Information
Constable Avenue, Clacton-on-Sea
Tendring, CO16 8DA
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