Heycroft Primary School
92%
Capacity
386
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Heycroft Primary School
Heycroft Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southend-on-Sea community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 386 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Heycroft Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Andy Abel, it falls under Southend-on-Sea local authority.
Heycroft Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 28 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Heycroft Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Athletics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southend-on-Sea, Heycroft 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 | Benvenue Avenue, Benvenue Avenue, LEIGH-on-SEA, Southend-on-Sea, SS9 5SJ |
| Headteacher | Andy Abel |
| Local Authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Number of Pupils | 386 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.4% |
| School Capacity | 386 / 420 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
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.
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Contact Information
Benvenue Avenue, Benvenue Avenue, LEIGH-on-SEA
Southend-on-Sea, SS9 5SJ
Benvenue Avenue, Benvenue Avenue, LEIGH-on-SEA
Southend-on-Sea, SS9 5SJ
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