Great Dunmow Primary School, Great Dunmow

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Great Dunmow Primary School

Walnut Walk, Woodlands Park Drive, Great Dunmow, CM6 1ZR

A Good-rated primary school in Great Dunmow where 87% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Foundation school

Pupils

421

Ages

4-11

FSM

8.6%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Apr 2014

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

87.0%

Writing

89.0%

Maths

90.0%

RWM Combined

87.0%

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About Great Dunmow Primary School

Great Dunmow Primary School is a primary school in Great Dunmow, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2014 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 133 responses), 100% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 87% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 421 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Walnut Walk, Great Dunmow, CM6 1ZR | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jun 2023 — School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Jun 2023 — School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Apr 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Great Dunmow Primary School

What is Great Dunmow Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Great Dunmow Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2014 inspection.

What do parents say about Great Dunmow Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 133 responses): 100% of parents would recommend Great Dunmow Primary School.

What are Great Dunmow Primary School's latest exam results?

Great Dunmow Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 87% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Great Dunmow Primary School located?

Great Dunmow Primary School is a primary school in Great Dunmow, Essex (CM6 1ZR).

How many pupils attend Great Dunmow Primary School?

Great Dunmow Primary School has around 421 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Great Dunmow Primary School with other schools?

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