Best 3 All-through schools in Essex – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of all-through schools: The Beaulieu Park School (All-through) in Chelmsford; Helena Romanes School (All-through) in Great Dunmow — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Beaulieu Park School and Helena Romanes School. They are all-through phase and free schools and academy converter type located around Chelmsford and Great Dunmow, Essex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (The Beaulieu Park School), published Mar 2023. The lowest is 2 (Helena Romanes School), published Nov 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Helena Romanes School (Nov 2023). average roll around ≈ 1,450, combined total ≈ 2,900, typical FSM 10–15%, range 10–15%–15–20%; spread across trusts such as THE CHELMSFORD LEARNING PARTNERSHIP and Saffron Academy Trust.

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Attribute	The Beaulieu Park School CM1 6DT	Helena Romanes School CM6 2AU
Phase / Type	All-through • Free schools	All-through • Academy converter
Location	Chelmsford CM1 6DT	Great Dunmow Essex CM6 2AU
Latest Ofsted	1 8 Mar 2023	2 16 Nov 2023
Ofsted report	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,600 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	2020	1593
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy		Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	THE CHELMSFORD LEARNING PARTNERSHIP	Saffron Academy Trust
Website	www.beaulieuparkschool.com	www.helena-romanes.essex.sch.uk
Telephone	01245943400	01371872560
SEN provision	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile

The Beaulieu Park School

CM1 6DT

Phase / Type: All-through • Free schools
Location: Chelmsford
CM1 6DT
Ofsted: 1 8 Mar 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,600 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: THE CHELMSFORD LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Website: www.beaulieuparkschool.com
Telephone: 01245943400

Helena Romanes School

CM6 2AU

Phase / Type: All-through • Academy converter
Location: Great Dunmow
Essex
CM6 2AU
Ofsted: 2 16 Nov 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Saffron Academy Trust
Website: www.helena-romanes.essex.sch.uk
Telephone: 01371872560

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.

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