Best 3 Primary schools in Chelmsford – 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: Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford (Primary) in Chelmsford; Perryfields Junior School (Primary) in Chelmsford; Beehive Lane Community Primary School (Primary) in Chelmsford — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford, Perryfields Junior School and Beehive Lane Community Primary School. They are primary phase and community school and academy converter type located around Chelmsford, Essex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford), published May 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford (May 2024). average roll around ≈ 250, combined total ≈ 700, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–10–15%; all within the PERRYFIELDS ENTERPRISE ACADEMY TRUST: LED BY PERRYFIELDS JUNIOR SCHOOL LIMITED trust.

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Attribute	Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford CM2 6PT	Perryfields Junior School CM1 7PP	Beehive Lane Community Primary School CM2 9SR
Phase / Type	Primary • Community school	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Community school
Location	Chelmsford Essex CM2 6PT	Chelmsford Essex CM1 7PP	Chelmsford Essex CM2 9SR
Latest Ofsted	1 16 May 2024	1 19 Mar 2024	1 18 Apr 2016
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	210	270	210
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Essex (881)	PERRYFIELDS ENTERPRISE ACADEMY TRUST: LED BY PERRYFIELDS JUNIOR SCHOOL LIMITED	Essex (881)
Website	www.chancellorpark.essex.sch.uk	www.perryfields-jun.essex.sch.uk	www.beehivelane.essex.sch.uk
Telephone	01245465250	01245250781	01245269464
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford

CM2 6PT

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Chelmsford
Essex
CM2 6PT
Ofsted: 1 16 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Essex (881)
Website: www.chancellorpark.essex.sch.uk
Telephone: 01245465250

Perryfields Junior School

CM1 7PP

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 7PP
Ofsted: 1 19 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: PERRYFIELDS ENTERPRISE ACADEMY TRUST: LED BY PERRYFIELDS JUNIOR SCHOOL LIMITED
Website: www.perryfields-jun.essex.sch.uk
Telephone: 01245250781

Beehive Lane Community Primary School

CM2 9SR

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Chelmsford
Essex
CM2 9SR
Ofsted: 1 18 Apr 2016
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Essex (881)
Website: www.beehivelane.essex.sch.uk
Telephone: 01245269464

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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