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What is Chigwell Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Chigwell Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2023).

Where is Chigwell Primary Academy located?

Chigwell Primary Academy is located in Chigwell, Essex, East of England, IG7 6ED.

What age range does Chigwell Primary Academy serve?

Chigwell Primary Academy serves students aged 4 to 11.

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Chigwell Primary Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Chigwell Primary Academy

Chigwell Primary Academy is a primary academy in Chigwell, East of England. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Chigwell Primary Academy has 65% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 86 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 41.4%, 10% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.2%.

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OfstedGood · 2023KS2 expected65%Attendance94.8%

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Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Chigwell Primary Academy?

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Ages: 4–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 86 pupils
SEN support: 13% of pupils

In context — vs similar-intake schools

Above par for its intake

Chigwell Primary Academy is in the upper half for KS2 results (reading, writing & maths) among schools with a similar intake (8–13% of pupils eligible for free school meals).

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Environment score: 54/100

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Transport access5/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Chigwell Primary Academy

At Chigwell Primary Academy, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

80% met the expected standard in reading and 83% in maths.

Attendance at Chigwell Primary Academy

Chigwell Primary Academy has an overall absence rate of 5.2%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Chigwell Primary Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Chigwell Primary Academy is 41.4%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Chigwell Primary Academy

Chigwell Primary Academy has 86 pupils on roll.

10% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

13% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Chigwell Primary Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Chigwell Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in October 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Chigwell Primary Academy is next inspection expected around 2027.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Chigwell Primary Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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