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Quarry Hill Academy

Quarry Hill Academy

Thurrock, RM17 5UTPrimary School·Ages 2-11
Outstandingby Ofsted

99%

Capacity

505

Pupils

5.7x

Demand

About Quarry Hill Academy

Quarry Hill Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Thurrock community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 505 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 510 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

the school is led by headteacher Samantha Wakeling, it falls under Thurrock local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 97% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 56th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 39 in Thurrock.

Quarry Hill Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 339 applications for 60 places, making it 5.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 129 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 Quarry Hill Academy include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Football, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Thurrock, Quarry Hill Academy 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range2 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressBradleigh Avenue, Grays, Thurrock, RM17 5UT
HeadteacherSamantha Wakeling
Local AuthorityThurrock
Number of Pupils505
Free School Meals (FSM)20.3%
School Capacity505 / 510 (99% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

23 Nov 2022
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Outstanding

Latest inspection (23 Nov 2022): School remains Outstanding

Improved
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (97%)

56th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 5%

7th of 1,612

In East of England

Top 5%

1st of 39

In Thurrock

Top 5%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

97%

Expected Standard

22%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 110
Expected:97%
Higher:48%
Writing
Expected:98%
Higher:50%
MathsAvg Score: 110
Expected:98%
Higher:48%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +4%

'22/23

93%

'23/24

97%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

Resourced Provision
AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning DifficultyResourced ProvisionOther

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

Facilities

6
ICT SuiteDining HallGymnasiumArt StudiosPlaying FieldsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

11

Sports

GymnasticsRoundersFootballDanceCross CountryCricket

Clubs & Activities

DramaBook ClubFilm ClubChoirEco Club

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

60

Applications

339

Extremely High Demand

Very competitive - significantly more applications than places

Applications to places ratio5.7x
0x1x2x3x5x+

129 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Quarry Hill Academy

Quarry Hill Academy has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Contact Information

01375373729www.quarryhillacademy.org.uk

Bradleigh Avenue, Grays

Thurrock, RM17 5UT

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Bradleigh Avenue, Grays

Thurrock, RM17 5UT

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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