Best Primary Schools in Southend-on-Sea 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 33 schools across Southend-on-Sea. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

15%

Outstanding rate

63.1%

Avg KS2 SATs

45.1

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Barons Court Primary School and Nursery Primary	Outstanding	87	View school
🥈	West Leigh Junior School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
🥉	Blenheim Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
4.	Bournes Green Junior School Primary	Outstanding	71	View school
5.	Edwards Hall Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
6.	Fairways Primary School Primary	Good	67	View school
7.	St George's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	62	View school
8.	Friars Primary School and Nursery Primary	Good	62	View school
9.	Bournemouth Park Academy Primary	Good	62	View school
10.	Earls Hall Primary School Primary	Good	60	View school
11.	Hinguar Community Primary School Primary	Good	60	View school
12.	Prince Avenue Academy and Nursery Primary	Good	60	View school
13.	Greenways Primary School Primary	Good	60	View school
14.	Darlinghurst Academy Primary	Good	58	View school
15.	St Helen's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	58	View school
16.	Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	58	View school
17.	Richmond Avenue Primary and Nursery School Primary	Good	57	View school
18.	Hamstel Junior School Primary	Good	55	View school
19.	The Westborough School Primary	Good	55	View school
20.	Temple Sutton Primary School Primary	Good	55	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Southend-on-Sea?

There are 33 primary schools in Southend-on-Sea, of which 5 (15%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Southend-on-Sea?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Southend-on-Sea is Barons Court Primary School and Nursery. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Southend-on-Sea?

Primary and secondary school applications in Southend-on-Sea are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Southend-on-Sea council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Southend-on-Sea?

15% of primary schools in Southend-on-Sea are rated Outstanding and 76% are rated Good. 76.3% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.