Shaw Primary Academy

About Shaw Primary Academy

Shaw Primary Academy sits comfortably above the Thurrock local authority average for Key Stage 2 outcomes, with 79% of pupils reaching the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, compared with the LA average of 67%. That twelve-point gap puts the school in the top quarter of primary schools in Thurrock, ranked 9th out of 39. The picture is even stronger in reading, where 86% met the expected standard and 60% reached the higher standard — a notably high figure. Maths results are solid too, with an average scaled score of 106 and 84% at the expected level, though the higher standard rate of 26% is more in line with national norms. The school's overall ranking score of 79 places it 7th in the LA when using a broader metric, and it sits within the top 11% of primaries in the East of England region. For a school with over 30% of pupils eligible for free school meals, these results suggest academic performance that punches above what you might expect given the intake.

Ofsted's most recent inspection in April 2025 gave the school a Good rating across the board, with personal development judged Outstanding. The inspectors noted that behaviour and attitudes are Good, leadership and management are Good, and the quality of education is Good. The early years provision was also rated Good. Parent feedback from the Parent View survey covering September 2024 to September 2025 is broadly positive: 87% of respondents strongly agreed or agreed that their child is happy at the school, and 93% felt their child is safe. However, there are some areas of concern — only 60% agreed that concerns are dealt with properly, and 34% disagreed that the school supports their child's wider personal development. The school's SEND provision also drew mixed views, with 34% disagreeing that children with special educational needs get the support they need. The school is oversubscribed, receiving 82 applications for 41 places in 2025/26, with all 37 first-preference applicants offered a place.

The school offers a range of facilities including a Forest School, sensory room, music rooms, gymnasium, sports hall and a chapel. Sports provision covers tennis, swimming, cricket, athletics, gymnastics, cross country and rounders, while clubs include art, choir, drama, eco club, gardening and coding. SEND support is formally listed for moderate learning difficulty, social emotional and mental health needs, and speech language and communication needs. With nursery provision on site, it suits families looking for a full primary journey from age three to eleven within one setting. The school's above-average results and Good Ofsted rating make it a strong option for Thurrock families, particularly those who value strong reading outcomes and a broad extracurricular offer, though the mixed parent views on SEND support and pastoral care are worth investigating further if your child has additional needs.

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