Silver End Academy
84%
Capacity
370
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Silver End Academy
Silver End Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Braintree community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 370 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 440 places).
Ofsted has rated Silver End Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Meares, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13108th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 46 in Braintree.
Silver End Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 45 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Silver End Academy include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Braintree, Silver End 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 | School Road, Witham, Braintree, CM8 3RZ |
| Headteacher | Sarah Meares |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 370 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.1% |
| School Capacity | 370 / 440 (84% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13108th of 13,686
Nationally
1506th of 1,612
In East of England
42nd of 46
In Braintree
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
33%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
56
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (75% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Silver End Academy
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Contact Information
School Road, Witham
Braintree, CM8 3RZ
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
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