Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery
97%
Capacity
203
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery
Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Castle Point community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 203 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Maynard, it falls under Essex local authority.
Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 142 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (47 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Book Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Castle Point, Canvey Island Infant School and 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Long Road, Canvey Island, Castle Point, SS8 0JG |
| Headteacher | Helen Maynard |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.3% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 210 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Apr 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
47 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
142
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Long Road, Canvey Island
Castle Point, SS8 0JG
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