Is Wessex Primary School a good school?

Whether Wessex Primary School is a "good" school depends on the child, but the evidence is: Ofsted rated it "Requires Improvement" in 2023. Compare its Ofsted rating, exam results and student score on y.school before deciding.

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Do parents recommend Wessex Primary School?

85% of parents would recommend Wessex Primary School to another parent, according to Ofsted's official Parent View survey.

Where is Wessex Primary School located?

Wessex Primary School is located in Maidenhead, Berkshire, South East, SL6 3AT.

What age range does Wessex Primary School serve?

Wessex Primary School serves students aged 4 to 11.

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Wessex Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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What people say about Wessex Primary School

From Ofsted Parent View — the official survey of parents at this school.

85% would recommend55% happy with the school58% say their child feels safe

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About Wessex Primary School

Wessex Primary School is a primary community school in Maidenhead, South East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this community school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Wessex Primary School has 51% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 167 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 5.0%, 25% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.8%.

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OfstedRequires Improvement · 2023KS2 expected51%Attendance94.2%

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Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Wessex Primary School?

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

Ages: 4–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 167 pupils
SEN support: 15% of pupils

In context — vs similar-intake schools

Below par for its intake

Wessex Primary School is in the lower half for KS2 results (reading, writing & maths) among schools with a similar intake (21–31% of pupils eligible for free school meals).

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The area around this school

Environment score: 48/100

Average surroundings

Air quality39/100

Transport access29/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Wessex Primary School

At Wessex Primary School, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

75% met the expected standard in reading and 84% in maths.

Attendance at Wessex Primary School

Wessex Primary School has an overall absence rate of 5.8%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Wessex Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Wessex Primary School is 5.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Wessex Primary School

Wessex Primary School has 167 pupils on roll.

25% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

15% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Wessex Primary School Ofsted Rating: Requires Improvement

Wessex Primary School was rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted following an inspection in April 2023 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Wessex Primary School is overdue for reinspection.

A "Requires Improvement" rating means Ofsted identified areas where the school needs to improve. The school will typically be reinspected within around two years.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Wessex Primary School'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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