Friars Primary School and Nursery

A good academy converter school in Southend-on-Sea. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Friars Primary School and Nursery.

Southend-On-Sea, SS39XX Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

50

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
43.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 51.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
44.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 5.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
4 December 2014
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Constable Way
Shoeburyness
Southend-On-Sea, SS39XX
Phone
1702294837
Website
friarsprimary.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
143334
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Constable Way, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, SS3 9XX
Website
www.friarsprimary.co.uk/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
PORTICO ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
472 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
434
Free School Meals
45.7% (198 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.1% (9 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.0%
Good
Persistent Absence
23.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
51.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
5.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
102.0
Grammar Score:
103.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 102.0 103.0
2023 103.0 104.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
48
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
434 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-1.0 per year)

Down -1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"opening doors, unlocking potential"

To create a family of outstanding schools with clear purpose, direction and objectives To provide environments where teaching and learning is paramount and children enjoy and are engaged in a rich and relevant curriculum tailored to their individual needs To narrow gaps in attainment with the intention of reducing inequalities To empower all pupils to achieve their full potential To create and foster a culture of high aspiration amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background To strive for excellence in teaching and learning To ensure strong engagement in learning that fosters a lifelong learning ethos To promote outstanding leadership and governance To establish a financial foundation to enable the Trust to fulfil its vision To provide continual professional development and promote a well-resourced, high quality environment To become the employer of choice For each academy to be recognised as a centre of learning excellence, disseminating best practice within and beyond the Trust To engage proactively with parents and the community in partnership to support pupil progress, wellbeing and achievement

Facilities

Age-specific play areas Physical trails Environmental garden Outdoor stage Large classrooms

Curriculum Highlights

Whole School Curriculum Map Whole School English Whole School Maths Art Computing Design & Technology Music Religious Education French Geography History Outdoor Learning Physical Education PSHE RSE Science

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Extended School up to 5:30pm. Sessions cost £8 and must be booked in advance.

SEND Provision

The school has a dedicated SENDCo and Inclusion Team as part of Portico Academy Trust.

Admissions Criteria

Primary admissions for 2026: apply between 14 September 2025 and 15 January 2026; in-year admissions via Southend Council; information for overseas pupils; transfer to Year 7 in September 2026 with offer day on 2 March 2026.

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