The Gateway Primary Free School
91%
Capacity
439
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About The Gateway Primary Free School
The Gateway Primary Free School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Thurrock community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 439 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Gateway Primary Free School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Pattison, it falls under Thurrock local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4663rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 39 in Thurrock.
The Gateway Primary Free School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 45 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
The Gateway Primary Free School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (71 responses).
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 The Gateway Primary Free School include Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Film Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Thurrock, The Gateway Primary Free School 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Marshfoot Road, Grays, Thurrock, RM16 4LU |
| Headteacher | Emma Pattison |
| Local Authority | Thurrock |
| Number of Pupils | 439 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.9% |
| School Capacity | 439 / 480 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4663rd of 13,686
Nationally
486th of 1,612
In East of England
20th of 39
In Thurrock
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
71 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Gateway Primary Free School
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Contact Information
Marshfoot Road, Grays
Thurrock, RM16 4LU
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