Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
High Street, Elsenham, Bishop's Stortford, CM22 6DDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a primary school in Bishop's Stortford for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 604 schools in Essex. It ranks 8th of 22 primary schools in Bishop's Stortford. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 13 March 2019, report published 4 April 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 12 November 2024
Pupils flourish at this nurturing, happy school. There is a strong sense of community here. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. They have lovely manners. The values of love, hope, faith, wisdom and kindness underpin everything that happens at the school. Pupils attend well because they love coming to school. Adults are ambitious for all pupils. There is a culture of high aspiration. Pupils achieve very well. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive support that is carefully tailored to meet their needs. This helps them to achieve well in relation to their starting points. An extensive programme of activities and experiences supports pupils' character development and takes them beyond the school gates. Older pupils learn courage, perseverance and independence on an adventurous residential trip. Eco-councillors litter- pick in the local area. Gardening club members plant crocus bulbs around a nearby housing development. Many pupils contribute actively to the life of the school. 'Leaders in learning' represent different curriculum areas. They inspire other pupils to develop a love of learning by leading activities in their subject. 'Well-being champions' devise ways to help pupils who need emotional support. 'Inclusion ambassadors' ensure that everyone feels valued, listened to and included.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
54 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
403 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henham and Ugley Primary and Nursery School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
| Magna Carta Primary Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 69% met the expected standard |
| Bentfield Primary School and Nursery | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
| St Mary's CofE Foundation Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
| Birchanger Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | 3 miles | Report card: Expected standard | 64% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr James Pawley
- Phone
- 01279813198
- Address
- High Street, Elsenham, Bishop's Stortford, CM22 6DD
- Local authority
- Essex
- URN
- 115129
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.