Holland Park Primary School
100%
Capacity
418
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Holland Park Primary School
Holland Park Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Tendring community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 418 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Holland Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Moseley, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6779th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 33 in Tendring.
Holland Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 55 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holland Park Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Rounders, Swimming, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tendring, Holland Park 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Holland Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Tendring, CO15 6NG |
| Headteacher | Matthew Moseley |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 418 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.5% |
| School Capacity | 418 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6779th of 13,686
Nationally
728th of 1,612
In East of England
14th of 33
In Tendring
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
63%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
115
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holland Park Primary School
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Contact Information
Holland Road, Clacton-on-Sea
Tendring, CO15 6NG
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