Ghyllgrove Primary School
99%
Capacity
625
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Ghyllgrove Primary School
Ghyllgrove Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basildon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 625 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ghyllgrove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachelle Tidiman, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9702nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 39 in Basildon.
Ghyllgrove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 72 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
Ghyllgrove Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.7/5 from 25 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (93 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ghyllgrove Primary School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Chess, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, Ghyllgrove 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 | The Gore, Basildon, Basildon, SS14 2BG |
| Headteacher | Rachelle Tidiman |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 625 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.9% |
| School Capacity | 625 / 630 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9702nd of 13,686
Nationally
1070th of 1,612
In East of England
28th of 39
In Basildon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
93 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed72
101
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ghyllgrove Primary School
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Contact Information
The Gore, Basildon
Basildon, SS14 2BG
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