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Great Wakering Primary Academy

High Street, Great Wakering, Southend-on-Sea, SS3 0EJ

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Pupils

407

Ages

4-11

FSM

22.1%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2019

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

77.0%

Writing

42.0%

Maths

75.0%

RWM Combined

40.0%

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About Great Wakering Primary Academy

Great Wakering Primary Academy is a primary school in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 407 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: High Street, Southend-on-Sea, SS3 0EJ | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jan 2025 — Standards maintained
Oct 2019 — School remains Good
Sept 2014 — Good (predecessor: Great Wakering Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Great Wakering Primary Academy

What is Great Wakering Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Great Wakering Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.

What are Great Wakering Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Great Wakering Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Great Wakering Primary Academy located?

Great Wakering Primary Academy is a primary school in Southend-on-Sea, Essex (SS3 0EJ).

How many pupils attend Great Wakering Primary Academy?

Great Wakering Primary Academy has around 407 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Great Wakering Primary Academy with other schools?

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