West Thurrock Academy
108%
Capacity
452
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About West Thurrock Academy
West Thurrock Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Thurrock community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 452 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated West Thurrock Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sam Proctor, it falls under Thurrock local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5601st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 39 in Thurrock.
West Thurrock Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 148 applications for 60 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 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 West Thurrock Academy include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Rounders, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Thurrock, West Thurrock 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Schoolfield Road, Grays, Thurrock, RM20 3HR |
| Headteacher | Sam Proctor |
| Local Authority | Thurrock |
| Number of Pupils | 452 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.8% |
| School Capacity | 452 / 420 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5601st of 13,686
Nationally
596th of 1,612
In East of England
22nd of 39
In Thurrock
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
67%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
148
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About West Thurrock Academy
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Contact Information
Schoolfield Road, Grays
Thurrock, RM20 3HR
Journey to School
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