de Vere Primary School
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About de Vere Primary School
de Vere Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Braintree community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated de Vere Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carolyn White, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5036th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 46 in Braintree.
de Vere Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 30 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 de Vere Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Braintree, de Vere 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Kirby Hall Road, Halstead, Braintree, CO9 3EA |
| Headteacher | Carolyn White |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.7% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5036th of 13,686
Nationally
521st of 1,612
In East of England
21st of 46
In Braintree
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
68%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About de Vere Primary School
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Contact Information
Kirby Hall Road, Halstead
Braintree, CO9 3EA
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