Herringham Primary Academy
St Mary's Road, Chadwell St Mary, Grays, RM16 4JXOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Herringham Primary Academy is a primary school in Grays for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 58 schools in Thurrock. It ranks 10th of 16 primary schools in Grays. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 18 May 2022, report published 7 July 2022
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 18 May 2022
Pupils know it is important to respect others. They understand the 'all different, all equal' ethos that they learn about in assemblies and through the books that they read. Adults in school model these values which are woven into school life. As a result, pupils have kind and positive relationships with each other and adults. Pupils are helped and encouraged to treat others equally. The school is a calm, warm and friendly place in which pupils can learn. Pupils behave well and attend well. Pupils enjoy learning, and lessons take place without interruption. They take on additional responsibilities and develop independence. Pupils say that bullying does sometimes happen, but they are confident that adults are effective in resolving issues that occur. Pupils feel safe in school. Pupils can access a range of support from mental health champions and the pupil leadership team. Herringham Primary Academy is a constantly improving school. Leaders at all levels have high expectations of pupils and what pupils can achieve. Pupils try hard to live up to these expectations. They treat others well, work hard and improve their academic achievement over time.
What the school should improve
- Leaders have made changes and improvements to the curriculum design. However, some pupils have gaps in their learning in a few subjects. Leaders need to ensure that the curriculum is adapted to meet the needs of all pupils in the few subjects that require it. In early years, leaders need to continue their work in designing the curriculum to prepare children for the subjects they will study in key stage 1.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
56 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
425 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near Herringham Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chadwell St Mary Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 86% met the expected standard |
| Woodside Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 73% met the expected standard |
| The Gateway Primary Free School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 73% met the expected standard |
| Tilbury Pioneer Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 68% met the expected standard |
| Little Thurrock Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- GATEWAY LEARNING COMMUNITY
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Sam Otto
- Phone
- 01375489860
- Address
- St Mary's Road, Chadwell St Mary, Grays, RM16 4JX
- Local authority
- Thurrock
- URN
- 138962
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.