Benyon Primary School
Tyssen Place, South Ockendon, RM15 6PGOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Benyon Primary School is a primary school in South Ockendon for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 58 schools in Thurrock. It ranks 5th of 8 primary schools in South Ockendon. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2015.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 18 March 2015, report published 20 April 2015
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 8 May 2024
The school community is warm and friendly. Pupils are polite and courteous, especially to visitors. They are safe and know that adults are there to help and support them. Most pupils behave well. However, a small number of pupils need more support with their behaviour than others. These pupils get the support they need, which is having a positive impact on their behaviour. Pupils are enthusiastic about their learning. They enjoy the activities they complete and the topics they learn. Staff have high expectations of pupils and challenge them with their effective questioning. In lessons, there are lively discussions which enable pupils to explore their thinking even further. As a result, pupils develop a deep understanding of topics. Pupils' physical and mental well-being has been a focus. Most pupils access sporting competitions and events. Sports teams complete regular training and have been successful in local competitions. Some of the older pupils are mental health champions or part of the BP team. They are available to support younger pupils on the playground with a variety of activities, for example dancing, colouring in, or playing in the mud kitchen. Pupils, therefore, have active and well-supported playtimes.
What the school should improve
- The school has not checked that the new systems and processes for pupils with SEND are having the desired impact or being used in the correct way. As a result, pupils with SEND do not always make as much progress as they could. The school must ensure that adaptations and interventions are used effectively and consistently well to support the learning and progress of all pupils with SEND.
- There are variations in how the rewards and sanctions systems are used. This means that some pupils do not strive to gain rewards and are not deterred from misbehaving. The school should ensure that there is a consistent approach to how all staff use the rewards and consequences systems so that pupils understand these and behave well.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
46 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
431 pupils on roll, with places for 480
Schools near Benyon Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonnygate Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| Shaw Primary Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 82% met the expected standard |
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
| Dilkes Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Outstanding | 86% met the expected standard |
| Somers Heath Primary School | 2 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 81% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- CATALYST ACADEMIES TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Headteacher Samantha Oxley
- Phone
- 01708853200
- Address
- Tyssen Place, South Ockendon, RM15 6PG
- Local authority
- Thurrock
- URN
- 139382
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.