St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield
67%
Capacity
66
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield
St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Braintree community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 66 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephanie Newland, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 13% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13628th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 46 in Braintree.
St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield is a popular choice with families — it received 14 applications for 7 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Gymnastics, Netball, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Braintree, St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane, Halstead, Braintree, CO9 4DS |
| Headteacher | Stephanie Newland |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 66 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.1% |
| School Capacity | 66 / 98 (67% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (13%)
13628th of 13,686
Nationally
1603rd of 1,612
In East of England
46th of 46
In Braintree
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
13%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
13%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
14
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Halstead
Braintree, CO9 4DS
Journey to School
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