Best 3 Primary schools in Braintree – 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 primary schools: Stisted Church of England Primary Academy (Primary) in Braintree; St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree (Primary) in Braintree; Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy (Primary) in Colchester — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Stisted Church of England Primary Academy, St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree and Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy. They are primary phase and academy converter and voluntary aided school type located around Braintree, Essex and Colchester, Essex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Stisted Church of England Primary Academy), published May 2023. The lowest is 2 (St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree), published Sep 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree (Sep 2024). average roll around ≈ 250, combined total ≈ 800, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–10–15%; all within the CANONIUM LEARNING TRUST trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Stisted Church of England Primary Academy CM77 8AN	St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree CM7 2SY	Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy CO5 9DS
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Voluntary aided school	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Braintree Essex CM77 8AN	Braintree Essex CM7 2SY	Colchester Essex CO5 9DS
Latest Ofsted	1 3 May 2023	2 17 Sep 2024	2 12 May 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	105	210	420
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	CANONIUM LEARNING TRUST	Essex (881)	CANONIUM LEARNING TRUST
Website	www.stisted.academy	www.stfrancisbraintree.org.uk	www.kelvedonacademy.com
Telephone	01376325116	01376320440	01376570411
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Stisted Church of England Primary Academy

CM77 8AN

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Braintree
Essex
CM77 8AN
Ofsted: 1 3 May 2023
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: CANONIUM LEARNING TRUST
Website: www.stisted.academy
Telephone: 01376325116

St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree

CM7 2SY

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Braintree
Essex
CM7 2SY
Ofsted: 2 17 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Essex (881)
Website: www.stfrancisbraintree.org.uk
Telephone: 01376320440

Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy

CO5 9DS

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Colchester
Essex
CO5 9DS
Ofsted: 2 12 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: CANONIUM LEARNING TRUST
Website: www.kelvedonacademy.com
Telephone: 01376570411

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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