Engaines Primary School and Nursery
116%
Capacity
308
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Engaines Primary School and Nursery
Engaines Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded None primary school serving the Tendring community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 308 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (116% of 266 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Engaines Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christopher Joy, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9924th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 33 in Tendring.
Engaines Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 38 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Engaines Primary School and Nursery include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Library, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Netball, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Coding, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tendring, Engaines Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | St Osyth Road East, Clacton-on-Sea, Tendring, CO16 9PH |
| Headteacher | Christopher Joy |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 308 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.1% |
| School Capacity | 308 / 266 (116% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9924th of 13,686
Nationally
1099th of 1,612
In East of England
20th of 33
In Tendring
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
53%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Engaines Primary School and Nursery
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Contact Information
St Osyth Road East, Clacton-on-Sea
Tendring, CO16 9PH
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