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What is Kenningtons Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

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

Where is Kenningtons Primary Academy located?

Kenningtons Primary Academy is located in South Ockendon, Essex, East of England, RM15 4NB.

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Kenningtons Primary Academy serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Kenningtons Primary Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Kenningtons Primary Academy

Kenningtons Primary Academy is a primary academy in South Ockendon, 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, Kenningtons Primary Academy has 79% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 198 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 28.6%, 15% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 4.7%.

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OfstedGood · 2023KS2 expected79%Attendance95.3%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Solid54% data coverage

Source: DfE / Ofsted · context only

Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Kenningtons Primary Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 198 pupils
SEN support: 16% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 79% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 44/100

Average surroundings

Air quality19/100

Transport access15/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Kenningtons Primary Academy

At Kenningtons Primary Academy, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

84% met the expected standard in reading and 89% in maths.

Attendance at Kenningtons Primary Academy

Kenningtons Primary Academy has an overall absence rate of 4.7%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Kenningtons Primary Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Kenningtons Primary Academy is 28.6%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Kenningtons Primary Academy

Kenningtons Primary Academy has 198 pupils on roll.

15% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

16% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Kenningtons Primary Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Kenningtons Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in December 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Kenningtons 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 Kenningtons 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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