Vange Primary School and Nursery
106%
Capacity
111
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Vange Primary School and Nursery
Vange Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basildon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 111 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Vange Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Chesterton Sarah Carswell, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 27% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13401st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 39 in Basildon.
Vange Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 14 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Vange Primary School and Nursery include Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, Vange Primary School and Nursery 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | London Road, Basildon, Basildon, SS16 4QA |
| Headteacher | Jo Chesterton Sarah Carswell |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 111 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.7% |
| School Capacity | 111 / 105 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 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 (27%)
13401st of 13,686
Nationally
1557th of 1,612
In East of England
38th of 39
In Basildon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
27%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
27%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
London Road, Basildon
Basildon, SS16 4QA
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