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The Robert Drake Primary School

Church Road, New Thundersley, Benfleet, SS7 3HT

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Pupils

312

Ages

4-11

FSM

13.1%

Capacity

315

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2024

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

91.0%

Writing

98.0%

Maths

87.0%

RWM Combined

85.0%

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About The Robert Drake Primary School

The Robert Drake Primary School is a primary school in Benfleet, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 85% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 312 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Church Road, Benfleet, SS7 3HT | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Robert Drake Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Feb 2024 — Good
Nov 2008 — Outstanding (predecessor: The Robert Drake Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Robert Drake Primary School

What is The Robert Drake Primary School's Ofsted rating?

The Robert Drake Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are The Robert Drake Primary School's latest exam results?

The Robert Drake Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 85% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is The Robert Drake Primary School located?

The Robert Drake Primary School is a primary school in Benfleet, Essex (SS7 3HT).

How many pupils attend The Robert Drake Primary School?

The Robert Drake Primary School has around 312 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare The Robert Drake Primary School with other schools?

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