Kingswood Primary School and Nursery
106%
Capacity
446
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Kingswood Primary School and Nursery
Kingswood Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded None primary school serving the Basildon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 446 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kingswood Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Campkin, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12823rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 39 in Basildon.
Kingswood Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 149 applications for 60 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
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 Kingswood Primary School and Nursery include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Library, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Book Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, Kingswood 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 | None |
| Address | Clay Hill Road, Basildon, Basildon, SS16 5DE |
| Headteacher | Emma Campkin |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 446 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.5% |
| School Capacity | 446 / 420 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12823rd of 13,686
Nationally
1472nd of 1,612
In East of England
37th of 39
In Basildon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
37%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
149
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kingswood Primary School and Nursery
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Contact Information
Clay Hill Road, Basildon
Basildon, SS16 5DE
Journey to School
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