Chalkwell Hall Infant School
111%
Capacity
299
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Chalkwell Hall Infant School
Chalkwell Hall Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southend-on-Sea community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 299 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chalkwell Hall Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Clements, it falls under Southend-on-Sea local authority.
Chalkwell Hall Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 275 applications for 90 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 107 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chalkwell Hall Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southend-on-Sea, Chalkwell Hall Infant 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | London Road, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS9 3NL |
| Headteacher | Sarah Clements |
| Local Authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Number of Pupils | 299 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.1% |
| School Capacity | 299 / 270 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed90
275
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
107 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
London Road, Leigh-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea, SS9 3NL
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