Maylandsea Primary School
Katonia Avenue, Mayland, Chelmsford, CM3 6ADOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Maylandsea Primary School is a primary school in Chelmsford for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 604 schools in Essex. It ranks 30th of 45 primary schools in Chelmsford. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 16 January 2019, report published 11 February 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 19 June 2024
Pupils have boundless enthusiasm for learning at this school. They benefit from wide- ranging experiences linked to the curriculum. For example, building a pyramid as part of 'Egyptian day' or taking part in a mini-Olympics. There is something to spark interest in everyone. Such enrichment opportunities and the use of the house system foster strong friendships and a team spirit. Pupils respect fairness, trying one's best and sharing so all benefit. Younger children take turns on the play equipment to ensure everyone can enjoy themselves. Older children undertake first aid training so they can one day help others if they need to. There are many ways for pupils to demonstrate leadership. For instance, as a play leader or as part of the school council. Pupils are proud of their fundraising and the success of their bid to purchase football goals for the school. Staff show pupils how to be kind through their well-chosen words and manners. As parents expressed and fully appreciate, staff 'always put children first'. The school's caring ethos means pupils feel secure and happy. Pupils trust adults to deal with any issues should they arise.
What the school should improve
- Teachers inconsistently give pupils opportunities to practise their reasoning and problem-solving skills. Where pupils are adept at verbally explaining their choices and methods, they are less confident when doing so in their mathematical writing. Some pupils do not get enough practise of this element of mathematics. The school should ensure that it is clear in its expectations, so there is greater rigour in the teaching of problem solving and reasoning.
- Some pupils have irregular attendance. This leads to a disconnected learning experience as it disrupts the flow of learning the curriculum. The school should explore further the removal of barriers to pupil attendance. This includes working closely with parents so they can support improvements in their child's attendance where need be.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
46 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
217 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Maylandsea Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 33% met the expected standard |
| St Leonard's Church of England Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 29% met the expected standard |
| Cold Norton Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
| St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Burnham-on-Crouch | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 94% met the expected standard |
| Purleigh Community Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 74% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- QUANTUM MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Clare James
- Phone
- 01621742251
- Address
- Katonia Avenue, Mayland, Chelmsford, CM3 6AD
- Local authority
- Essex
- URN
- 142254
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.