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Merrylands Primary School

Cumberland Drive, Laindon, Basildon, SS15 6QS

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Pupils

546

Ages

2-11

FSM

21.2%

Capacity

630

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2025

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

73.0%

Writing

72.0%

Maths

62.0%

RWM Combined

53.0%

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About Merrylands Primary School

Merrylands Primary School is a primary school in Basildon, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 53% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 546 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Cumberland Drive, Basildon, SS15 6QS | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

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

Mar 2025 — Good
May 2013 — Good (predecessor: Merrylands Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Merrylands Primary School

What is Merrylands Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Merrylands Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What are Merrylands Primary School's latest exam results?

Merrylands Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 53% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Merrylands Primary School located?

Merrylands Primary School is a primary school in Basildon, Essex (SS15 6QS).

How many pupils attend Merrylands Primary School?

Merrylands Primary School has around 546 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Merrylands Primary School with other schools?

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