Larkrise Primary School
86%
Capacity
180
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Larkrise Primary School
Larkrise Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chelmsford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 180 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Larkrise Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie Allen, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6439th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 41 in Chelmsford.
Larkrise Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 23 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
Larkrise Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Larkrise Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chelmsford, Larkrise 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 | Dorset Avenue, Chelmsford, Chelmsford, CM2 9UB |
| Headteacher | Katie Allen |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 180 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.8% |
| School Capacity | 180 / 210 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6439th of 13,686
Nationally
693rd of 1,612
In East of England
23rd of 41
In Chelmsford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
64%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Larkrise Primary School
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Contact Information
Dorset Avenue, Chelmsford
Chelmsford, CM2 9UB
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