St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Pebmarsh
74%
Capacity
78
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Pebmarsh
St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Pebmarsh is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Braintree community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 78 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Pebmarsh "Good", the school is led by headteacher Teresa Gage, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9369th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 46 in Braintree.
St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Pebmarsh is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 15 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Pebmarsh include Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Art Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Braintree, St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Pebmarsh 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Street, Halstead, Braintree, CO9 2NH |
| Headteacher | Teresa Gage |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 78 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.8% |
| School Capacity | 78 / 105 (74% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Sept 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9369th of 13,686
Nationally
1030th of 1,612
In East of England
30th of 46
In Braintree
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
55%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Pebmarsh
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Contact Information
The Street, Halstead
Braintree, CO9 2NH
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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