The Alderton Junior School
Alderton Hall Lane, Loughton, IG10 3HEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
The Alderton Junior School is a primary school in Loughton for ages 7 to 11. It is one of the 604 schools in Essex. It ranks 4th of 7 primary schools in Loughton. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 17 January 2023, report published 2 March 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 17 January 2023
Pupils flourish in this happy, harmonious junior school. They enjoy a wealth of opportunities to develop their talents and interests. Everybody benefits from the extensive range of trips and visits which enhance the curriculum. Many pupils attend clubs, such as gardening or yoga. Older pupils eagerly take on a wide range of responsibilities around the school. The school's values shine through positive relationships between pupils and adults, in and out of the classroom. Pupils are safe here. Bullying is rare. Pupils have a well-developed understanding of bullying and know it is wrong. They are confident that adults will stop any unkind behaviour or bullying quickly. Pupils behave well in class and around the school. They respond well to their teachers' high expectations and clear routines. Pupils confidently share their own ideas. They are attentive to adults and the views of others. In lessons, everyone can get on with their learning. Pupils have many opportunities to develop their physical and mental health. Playtimes are energetic and fun. Pupils enjoy their daily movement sessions as well as physical education lessons. Older pupils learn how to manage their worries and become resilient learners.
What the school should improve
- In a few subjects, not all teachers have the expertise to use assessment information to adjust the curriculum as required. When this happens, pupils do not achieve as well in these subjects as they do in other areas of the curriculum. Leaders should ensure that all adults have the training and ongoing support they need to adjust teaching when necessary, so that all pupils can achieve well.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
44 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
225 pupils on roll, with places for 240
Schools near The Alderton Junior School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Alderton Infant School and Nursery | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| White Bridge Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
| Staples Road Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
| Thomas Willingale Primary School and Nursery | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
| St John Fisher Catholic Primary School | 1 mile | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 53% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- EPPING FOREST SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP TRUST
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Miss Kirsty Johnson
- Phone
- 02085082521
- Address
- Alderton Hall Lane, Loughton, IG10 3HE
- Local authority
- Essex
- URN
- 145728
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.