SecondaryData as of May 2026

The Gateway Academy

Marshfoot Road, Grays, RM16 4LU

A Good-rated secondary school in Grays.

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

1,033

Ages

11-16

FSM

40.9%

Attainment 8

46.0

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2019

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

46.0

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

21.0%

Basics 9-5

47.7%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

10.2%

EBacc APS

3.77

EBacc 9-5

7.6%

EBacc 9-4

7.6%

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What parents say and who teaches here

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Location & Area

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About The Gateway Academy

The Gateway Academy is a secondary school in Grays, Thurrock. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 72 responses), 88% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 46.0. The school has around 1,033 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Marshfoot Road, Grays, RM16 4LU | More schools in Thurrock

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Gateway Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Dec 2024 — Standards maintained
Mar 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Schools near The Gateway Academy

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Frequently asked questions about The Gateway Academy

What is The Gateway Academy's Ofsted rating?

The Gateway Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.

What do parents say about The Gateway Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 72 responses): 88% of parents would recommend The Gateway Academy.

What are The Gateway Academy's latest exam results?

The Gateway Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 46.0. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is The Gateway Academy located?

The Gateway Academy is a secondary school in Grays, Thurrock (RM16 4LU).

How many pupils attend The Gateway Academy?

The Gateway Academy has around 1,033 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare The Gateway Academy with other schools?

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