Silver End Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road Silver End Witham Essex CM8 3RZ |
| Phone | 01376583353 |
| Reference Number | 144955 |
Silver End Academy, which has not been previously inspected under section 5 of the Education Act 2005, has received a 'Good' rating in its inaugural inspection. The school offers a broad and engaging curriculum with a strong emphasis on reading and mathematics. Pupils exhibit positive behavior, enjoy supportive relationships with staff, and feel safe, with a culture that addresses issues such as bullying effectively. The school is noted for its commitment to personal development and has successfully prioritized emotional and social growth among its students.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 370 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.3%
Girls: 52.7% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 21.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 3.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 24.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32 | 24 | 56 |
| 2 | 22 | 23 | 45 |
| 3 | 25 | 29 | 54 |
| 4 | 16 | 26 | 42 |
| 5 | 25 | 23 | 48 |
| 6 | 18 | 34 | 52 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 88.1% |
| African | 3.2% |
| White, Other | 1.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.1% |
| Unclassified | 1.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0.8% |
| White & Asian | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| Asian, Other | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 Feb 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 Feb 2022 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a broad and interesting curriculum.
- Positive relationships between pupils and staff are fostered.
- Strong emphasis on reading and mathematics proficiency.
- Effective strategies in place for safeguarding and pupil well-being.
- High expectations of behavior in early years.
- High staff morale and support from trustees.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects have gaps in knowledge due to the pandemic impact.
- Additional adults supporting reading and mathematics need further training.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 45% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 104 | ||
| Maths | 104 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2 | ||
| Writing | 1.4 | ||
| Maths | -2.8 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 9 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 4 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
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Rivenhall Church of England Primary School
Church Road, Rivenhall, Witham, Essex, CM8 3PQ |
1.48 miles |
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White Notley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Vicarage Avenue, White Notley, Witham, Essex, CM8 1RZ |
1.77 miles |
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Elm Hall Primary School
Conrad Road, Witham, Essex, CM8 2SD |
1.83 miles |
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Cressing Primary School
Braintree Road, Tye Green, Cressing, Braintree, Essex, CM77 8JE |
1.85 miles |
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Templars Academy
Cressing Road, Witham, Essex, CM8 2NJ |
2.12 miles |
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Witham Oaks Academy
Spa Road, Witham, Essex, CM8 1NA |
2.67 miles |
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Acorn Academy
Spa Road, Witham, Essex, CM8 1NA |
2.67 miles |
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Beckers Green Primary School
Beckers Green Road, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3PR |
2.89 miles |
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Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy
Docwra Road, Kelvedon, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9DS |
3.31 miles |
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Lyons Hall School
Deerleap Way, Braintree, Essex, CM7 9FH |
3.44 miles |
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St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Coggeshall
Myneer Park, Coggeshall, Colchester, Essex, CO6 1YU |
3.48 miles |
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Stisted Church of England Primary Academy
The Street, Stisted, Braintree, Essex, CM77 8AN |
3.48 miles |
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John Ray Infant School
Notley Road, Braintree, Essex, CM7 1HL |
3.57 miles |
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John Ray Junior School
Notley Road, Braintree, Essex, CM7 1HL |
3.57 miles |
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Howbridge Infant School
Dengie Close, Witham, Essex, CM8 1DJ |
3.63 miles |
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Terling Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
New Road, Terling, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 2PN |
3.63 miles |
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Howbridge Church of England Junior School
Howbridge Road, Witham, Essex, CM8 1BZ |
3.65 miles |
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Maltings Lane, Witham, Essex, CM8 1DX |
3.69 miles |
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Feering Church of England Primary School
Coggeshall Road, Feering, Colchester, CO5 9QB |
3.81 miles |
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Great Bradfords Junior School
Marlborough Road, Braintree, Essex, CM7 9LW |
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