A outstanding voluntary aided school school in Essex. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Official inspection outcomes
Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 110.0 | 110.0 |
| 2023 | 109.0 | 110.0 |
Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.
Interactive performance metrics over time
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 109.0 | 110.0 |
| 2024 | 110.0 | 110.0 |
Overall Trend:
Improving trend (+0.5 per year)
Derived insights and analysis
Improving trend (+0.5 per year)
Up 0.5% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
St Peter's is a Church of England voluntary aided primary school with Gospel values at its heart; it emphasizes daily Christian worship, strong links with St Peter’s Church and the Chelmsford Diocese, and an ethos that supports caring for others and inclusive practices.
From Headteacher Mr Iain Gunn: updates include Year 5 trip to Harry Potter World, Penny Wars, parking arrangements in the country park with re-registration and a 100-car limit, and an email about parking changes to be released at 7pm.
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To ensure wrap around care meets the needs of the parents and the school.
Special Educational Needs Information Report 2025-26; Parent Leaflet about SEN/D at St Peter's 2025; Information About Dyslexia by Children at St Peter's School; SEND Policy; SEND Action Plan.