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Best 3 Secondary schools in Braintree – comparison

Comparison of secondary schools: Alec Hunter Academy (Secondary) in Braintree; Tabor Academy (Secondary) in Braintree; Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form (Secondary) in Braintree — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Alec Hunter Academy, Tabor Academy and Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form. They are secondary phase and academy sponsor led and academy converter type located around Braintree, Essex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Alec Hunter Academy), published Sep 2017. The lowest is 3 (Tabor Academy), published Nov 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Tabor Academy (Nov 2023). average roll around ≈ 1,100, combined total ≈ 3,300, typical FSM 15–20%, range 10–15%–20–25%; spread across trusts such as Saffron Academy Trust, LOXFORD SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED and BRIDGE ACADEMY TRUST.

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Alec Hunter Academy
CM7 3NR
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location
Braintree
Essex
CM7 3NR
Ofsted
2 18 Sep 2017
Pupils
≈ 1,050 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Saffron Academy Trust
Website
www.alechunter.org
Telephone
01376321813
Tabor Academy
CM7 5XP
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Braintree
Essex
CM7 5XP
Ofsted
3 8 Nov 2023
Pupils
≈ 950 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
LOXFORD SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED
Website
www.taboracademy.co.uk
Telephone
01376323701
Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form
CM7 1WY
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Braintree
Essex
CM7 1WY
Ofsted
3 17 Oct 2023
Pupils
≈ 1,250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
BRIDGE ACADEMY TRUST
Website
www.notleyhigh.com
Telephone
01376556300
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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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