Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Thurrock 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 58 schools across Thurrock. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

14%

Outstanding rate

70.4%

Avg KS2 SATs

42.7

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Beacon Hill Academy Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
🥈	Quarry Hill Academy Primary	Outstanding	92	View school
🥉	Dilkes Academy Primary	Outstanding	91	View school
4.	Harris Primary Academy Mayflower Primary	Outstanding	90	View school
5.	Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
6.	Chadwell St Mary Primary School Primary	Good	83	View school
7.	West Thurrock Academy Primary	Good	82	View school
8.	Somers Heath Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
9.	Aveley Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
10.	Benyon Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
11.	Olive AP Academy - Thurrock Not applicable	Good	80	View school
12.	Treetops Free School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
13.	Harris Academy Chafford Hundred Secondary	Outstanding	79	View school
14.	Giffards Primary School Primary	Good	79	View school
15.	Lansdowne Primary Academy Primary	Good	77	View school
16.	Woodside Academy Primary	Good	77	View school
17.	Tudor Court Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
18.	Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school
19.	St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school
20.	Belmont Castle Academy Primary	Good	75	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Thurrock?

There are 58 primary & secondary schools in Thurrock, of which 8 (14%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Thurrock?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Thurrock is Beacon Hill Academy. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Thurrock?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Thurrock?

14% of primary & secondary schools in Thurrock are rated Outstanding and 74% are rated Good. 84.5% 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.