Lee Chapel Primary School

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 2 to 11
Ofsted: Outstanding

The Knares, Basildon, SS16 5RUOpen in maps

Lee Chapel Primary School is a primary school in Basildon for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 604 schools in Essex. It ranks 1st of 27 primary schools in Basildon. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in November 2023.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 22 November 2023, report published 15 January 2024

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Early years provision
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 22 November 2023

This school believes in finding the magic in every child. Pupils have lots of opportunities to find a talent and to pursue their interests. From swimming in the school's pool to holding a conversation in Spanish, there are many activities for pupils to tick off in their Quest booklets. The school sparks pupils' imaginations. A life-size reading dragon greets pupils in reception and around every corner there are vibrant displays which encourage pupils to consider the best of what is thought and said. The lessons pupils receive are as inspiring as the artwork. As one pupil stated, reflecting the views of many, 'I wish our lessons were longer.' Pupils love attending school and it is easy to see why. Staff highly value pupil voice. Subsequently, pupils develop confidence and independence. They are proud of their contributions to youth parliament, designing the school's adventure trail and taking part in many of the 65 clubs on offer. Pupils' behaviour is excellent. They respond well to staff's high expectations. Many aspire to be leaders. They are eager to have responsibility, whether that is looking after the environment as an eco warrior or being a reading buddy.

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Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

132 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths85%

85%, 23 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths46%

46%, 38 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score111

111, 5 above the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score110

110, 5 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score109

109, 4 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

1,062 pupils on roll, with places for 960

Eligible for free school meals13.7%

13.7%, 12.8 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language32.8%

32.8%, 11.2 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support11.2%

11.2%, 3.6 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan2.5%

2.5%, 3.5 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Lee Chapel Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Chapel Hill Primary School & Nursery0.4 milesNo Ofsted inspectionNot published
St Anne Line Catholic Junior School0.4 milesOfsted judgements: Outstanding89% met the expected standard
St Anne Line Catholic Infant School0.4 milesOfsted: GoodNot published
Janet Duke Primary School0.7 milesOfsted: Good38% met the expected standard
Kingswood Primary School and Nursery0.8 milesOfsted: Good67% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
LEE CHAPEL MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Age range
2 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Mrs Sue Jackson
Phone
01268474177
Website
leechapel.essex.sch.uk
Address
The Knares, Basildon, SS16 5RU
Local authority
Essex
URN
137108

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.