Ravens Academy
144%
Capacity
302
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Ravens Academy
Ravens Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tendring community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 302 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (144% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ravens Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marianne Cartwright, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12402nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 33 in Tendring.
Ravens Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 26 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Ravens Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ravens Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Swimming, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 70.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tendring, Ravens 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Nayland Drive, Clacton-on-Sea, Tendring, CO16 8TZ |
| Headteacher | Marianne Cartwright |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 302 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 70.4% |
| School Capacity | 302 / 210 (144% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12402nd of 13,686
Nationally
1407th of 1,612
In East of England
25th of 33
In Tendring
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
41%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ravens Academy
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Contact Information
Nayland Drive, Clacton-on-Sea
Tendring, CO16 8TZ
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