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Great Bradfords Junior School

Marlborough Road, Braintree, CM7 9LW

Community school · Ages 7–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Dec 2015

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56% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

76.0%

Writing

73.0%

Maths

67.0%

RWM Combined

56.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School

0 km away · Community school

Good

Lyons Hall School

0.92 km away · Academy converter

Good

St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree

1.32 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery

1.47 km away · Community school

Good

Beckers Green Primary School

1.58 km away · Academy converter

Good

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About Great Bradfords Junior School

Great Bradfords Junior School is a primary school in Braintree, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2015 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 57 responses), 84% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 56% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 342 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Marlborough Road, Braintree, CM7 9LW | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Great Bradfords Junior School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2025 — Standards maintained
Dec 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Great Bradfords Junior School

What is Great Bradfords Junior School's Ofsted rating?

Great Bradfords Junior School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2015 inspection.

What do parents say about Great Bradfords Junior School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 57 responses): 84% of parents would recommend Great Bradfords Junior School.

What are Great Bradfords Junior School's latest exam results?

Great Bradfords Junior School: KS2 2024/25: 56% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Great Bradfords Junior School located?

Great Bradfords Junior School is a primary school in Braintree, Essex (CM7 9LW).

How many pupils attend Great Bradfords Junior School?

Great Bradfords Junior School has around 342 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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