John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery
87%
Capacity
545
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery
John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Braintree community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 545 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Waters, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11220th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 46 in Braintree.
John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 48 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery include Gymnasium, Forest School, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Eco Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Braintree, John Bunyan 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Lancaster Way, JOHN BUNYANPRIMARY, Braintree, Braintree, CM7 5UL |
| Headteacher | Lisa Waters |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 545 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.0% |
| School Capacity | 545 / 630 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11220th of 13,686
Nationally
1250th of 1,612
In East of England
34th of 46
In Braintree
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
48%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lancaster Way, JOHN BUNYANPRIMARY, Braintree
Braintree, CM7 5UL
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