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Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy

Vicarage Road, Finchingfield, Braintree, CM7 4LD

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Apr 2013

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Great Bardfield Primary School

2.34 km away · Community school

Good

Wethersfield CofE VC Primary School

2.64 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

Great Sampford Community Primary School

5.1 km away · Community school

Good

Shalford Primary School

5.8 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield

7.1 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

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About Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy

Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy is a primary school in Braintree, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2013 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 30 responses), 93% of parents would recommend this school. The school has around 61 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Vicarage Road, Braintree, CM7 4LD | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

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Nov 2024 — Standards maintained
Apr 2013 — Good (predecessor: Finchingfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy

What is Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.

What do parents say about Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 30 responses): 93% of parents would recommend Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy.

Where is Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy located?

Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy is a primary school in Braintree, Essex (CM7 4LD).

How many pupils attend Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy?

Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy has around 61 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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