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Larchwood Primary School

Brentwood, CM15 9NGPrimaryAges 4–11MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Jul 2024
KS2 Results
58%
meeting expected standard in RWM
Competition
0.8×
Not oversubscribed
45 1st-choice / 55 places
Ranking
#8,425
of 13,686 nationally

About Larchwood Primary School

Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood is a state primary for mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 11, and it is running at near-full capacity with 419 pupils against a school capacity of 420. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 19.8%, which is a useful benchmark for families comparing intake demographics. Demand for places is strong: for the 2025/26 admissions cycle, the school received 124 total applications for 55 places, an oversubscription ratio of 2.25, with 45 first-preference offers made. This level of competition suggests Larchwood is a popular choice among local families, and the fact that it is oversubscribed gives a clear signal that securing a place may require careful planning. The school does not have a religious character, so admissions are not tied to faith criteria.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressLarchwood Gardens, Brentwood, Brentwood, CM15 9NG
HeadteacherStephen Bowsher
Local AuthorityEssex
Number of Pupils419
Free School Meals (FSM)19.8%
School Capacity419 / 420 (100% full)

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

2 Jul 2024
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Good
Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

5
Music RoomsOutdoor PlaygroundGymnasiumSensory RoomChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

13

Sports

DanceSwimmingAthleticsCross CountryNetballCricketFootball

Clubs & Activities

ChoirGardeningScience ClubFilm ClubDramaChess

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Larchwood Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.