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The Wickford Church of England School

The Wickford Church of England School is a Primary school in Wickford, Essex. Use our free interactive catchment tool to check whether any property falls within this school's catchment area.

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Ages 2-7Age range
PrimarySchool phase
85%Capacity used (140 of 165 pupils)
8.10%Free school meals eligible
OutstandingOfsted rating

⚠️ Important: Catchment Measuring Points Vary

School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check The Wickford Church of England School's published admissions policy or contact Essex Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameThe Wickford Church of England School
URN137744
AddressMount Road, Wickford, Essex, SS11 8HE
Telephone01268733297
HeadteacherLucy Springall (Head of School)
School typeAcademy converter
PhasePrimary
Age rangeAges 2-7
GenderMixed
Religious characterChurch of England
Local authorityEssex
RegionEast of England
Approx. coordinates51.613951, 0.533191 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This is a Church of England school. Faith schools typically use faith criteria alongside or instead of distance when allocating places. Always check the school's own admissions policy — distance alone may not determine your child's chance of a place.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for The Wickford Church of England School will be published on the school's website or on the Essex Council website. Search for "The Wickford Church of England School admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

✝️ Faith School

This school has a Church of England religious character. Faith criteria typically apply alongside distance. Check the school's admissions policy carefully.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit the Ofsted reports website to find the latest inspection report and rating for this school.

📋 Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Latest Ofsted inspection rated this school as Outstanding. Inspection date: 13/09/2023. Quality of education: Outstanding. Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding. Leadership: Outstanding. Read the full Ofsted report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for The Wickford Church of England School?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Essex Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for The Wickford Church of England School?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Essex Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for The Wickford Church of England School the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for The Wickford Church of England School?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for The Wickford Church of England School is 137744. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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