Quilters Infant School
| Type | Primary / Foundation school |
| Age Range | 4-7 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Laindon Road Billericay Essex CM12 9LD |
| Reference Number | 114884 |
Quilters Infant School has continued to excel since its last inspection, maintaining high standards in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Pupils show remarkable enthusiasm for learning and are supported in their academic and personal development through a well-structured curriculum. The strong emphasis on reading and the comprehensive personal development program fosters a love for learning and enables pupils to develop their skills and values effectively. The school benefits from active parental involvement and a committed governing body, contributing to its strong community ethos. While the school performs exceptionally well overall, it remains dedicated to continuous improvement. Staff take pride in addressing the individual needs of all pupils, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The collaborative work with the neighbouring junior school helps create a cohesive educational experience for pupils. As the first ungraded inspection following its previous outstanding rating, the school demonstrates a clear commitment to maintaining and developing its high-quality education and support for its learners.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 180 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 38.33%
Girls: 61.67% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 3.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 30 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 | 43 | 60 |
| 2 | 20 | 40 | 60 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 88.9% |
| White, Other | 3.3% |
| Indian | 2.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% |
| Unclassified | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 18 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Mar 2025 | School inspection |
| 14 Nov 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Feb 2018 | Short inspection |
| 13 Nov 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 26 Nov 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Nov 2006 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 29 Sep 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Dec 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are proud and engaged in their learning.
- Curriculum is ambitious and well-structured.
- Strong emphasis on reading with effective teaching strategies.
- High levels of support for pupils with SEND.
- Exceptional behaviour and cooperation among pupils.
- Effective personal development programs promoting well-being.
- Active involvement in community service initiatives.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 116 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 83 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 3 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Quilters Junior School
Laindon Road, Billericay, Essex, CM12 9LD |
0 miles |
|
South Green Junior School
Hickstars Lane, South Green, Billericay, Essex, CM12 9RJ |
0.62 miles |
|
South Green Infant School
Ganels Road, Billericay, Essex, CM11 2TG |
0.64 miles |
|
Sunnymede Primary School
The Meadoway, Billericay, Essex, CM11 2HL |
0.87 miles |
|
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Coxes Farm Road, Billericay, Essex, CM11 2UB |
1.19 miles |
|
Brightside Primary School
Brightside, Billericay, Essex, CM12 0LE |
1.42 miles |
|
Buttsbury Primary School
Norsey View Drive, Billericay, Essex, CM12 0QR |
1.51 miles |
|
Woodlands School Hutton Manor
428 Rayleigh Road, Brentwood, CM13 1SD |
2.11 miles |
|
Noak Bridge Primary School
Coppice Lane, Basildon, Essex, SS15 4JS |
2.56 miles |
|
Millhouse Primary School
Tavistock Road, Laindon, Basildon, Essex, SS15 5QF |
2.68 miles |
|
Downham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Church Road, Ramsden Heath, Billericay, Essex, CM11 1NU |
2.76 miles |
|
Laindon Park Primary School & Nursery
Church Hill, Laindon, Basildon, Essex, SS15 5SE |
2.8 miles |
|
Crays Hill Primary School
London Road, Crays Hill, Billericay, Essex, CM11 2UZ |
2.92 miles |
|
Willowbrook Primary School
Rosen Crescent, Hutton, Brentwood, Essex, CM13 2TU |
3.01 miles |
|
Hutton All Saints' Church of England Primary School
Claughton Way, Hutton, Brentwood, Essex, CM13 1JW |
3.03 miles |
|
The Phoenix Primary School
Leinster Road, Laindon, Basildon, Essex, SS15 5NQ |
3.17 miles |
|
St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School
Highview Crescent, Hutton, CM13 1BJ |
3.25 miles |
|
Merrylands Primary School
Cumberland Drive, Laindon, Basildon, Essex, SS15 6QS |
3.27 miles |
|
Ingrave Johnstone Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Brentwood Road, Ingrave, Brentwood, Essex, CM13 3NU |
3.29 miles |
|
Janet Duke Primary School
Markhams Chase, Laindon, Basildon, Essex, SS15 5LS |
3.31 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
The Billericay School
School Road, Billericay, Essex, CM12 9LH |
0.17 miles |
|
St John's School
|
1.03 miles |
|
Mayflower High School
Stock Road, Billericay, Essex, CM12 0RT |
1.54 miles |
|
Ramsden Hall Academy
Heath Road, Ramsden Heath, Billericay, Essex, CM11 1HN |
1.7 miles |
|
The James Hornsby School
Leinster Road, Laindon, Basildon, Essex, SS15 5NX |
3.02 miles |
|
St Martin's School Brentwood
Hanging Hill Lane, Hutton, Brentwood, Essex, CM13 2HG |
3.06 miles |
|
De La Salle School
Ghyllgrove, Basildon, Essex, SS14 2LA |
3.46 miles |
|
Lift Pioneer
Ghyllgrove, Basildon, Essex, SS14 2LA |
3.82 miles |
|
Shenfield High School
Alexander Lane, Shenfield, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 8RY |
3.92 miles |
|
Anglo European School
Willow Green, Ingatestone, Essex, CM4 0DJ |
3.97 miles |
|
The Bromfords School
Grange Avenue, Wickford, Essex, SS12 0LZ |
4.08 miles |
|
Woodlands School
Woodlands Approach, Woodlands School, Basildon, Essex, SS16 5BA |
4.11 miles |
|
Endeavour Co-Operative Academy
Hogarth Avenue, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 8BE |
4.17 miles |
|
Castledon School
Bromfords Drive, Wickford, Essex, SS12 0PW |
4.19 miles |
|
The Basildon Lower Academy
Timberlog Close, Timberlog Lane, Basildon, Essex, SS14 1UX |
4.46 miles |
|
Brentwood School
Middleton Hall Lane, Brentwood, CM15 8EE |
4.49 miles |
|
Brentwood County High School
Seven Arches Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4JF |
4.61 miles |
|
Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School
Queen's Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4EX |
4.79 miles |
|
Becket Keys Church of England Free School
Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9DA |
4.91 miles |
|
Grove House School
Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9DA |
4.94 miles |