Deneholm Primary School
100%
Capacity
421
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Deneholm Primary School
Deneholm Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Thurrock community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 421 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Deneholm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Roxanne Mills, it falls under Thurrock local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8456th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 39 in Thurrock.
Deneholm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 32 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 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 Deneholm Primary School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Eco Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Thurrock, Deneholm 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 | Culford Road, Grays, Thurrock, RM16 2SS |
| Headteacher | Roxanne Mills |
| Local Authority | Thurrock |
| Number of Pupils | 421 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.2% |
| School Capacity | 421 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8456th of 13,686
Nationally
918th of 1,612
In East of England
28th of 39
In Thurrock
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
105
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Culford Road, Grays
Thurrock, RM16 2SS
Journey to School
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