White Notley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
100%
Capacity
105
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About White Notley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
White Notley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Braintree community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 105 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated White Notley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher R Baugh, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3565th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 46 in Braintree.
White Notley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 15 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 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 White Notley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Braintree, White Notley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Vicarage Avenue, Witham, Braintree, CM8 1RZ |
| Headteacher | R Baugh |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 105 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.9% |
| School Capacity | 105 / 105 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3565th of 13,686
Nationally
357th of 1,612
In East of England
13th of 46
In Braintree
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
72%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About White Notley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Vicarage Avenue, Witham
Braintree, CM8 1RZ
Journey to School
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