Grange Primary School
96%
Capacity
301
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Grange Primary School
Grange 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 301 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Grange Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maggie Elfenich, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7561st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 39 in Basildon.
Grange Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 43 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grange Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cricket, Football, Tennis, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Science Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, Grange 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 | Elder Avenue, Wickford, Basildon, SS12 0LR |
| Headteacher | Maggie Elfenich |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 301 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 301 / 315 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7561st of 13,686
Nationally
812th of 1,612
In East of England
21st of 39
In Basildon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
61%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Elder Avenue, Wickford
Basildon, SS12 0LR
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