Tollesbury School
East Street, Tollesbury, Maldon, CM9 8QEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Tollesbury School is a primary school in Maldon for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 604 schools in Essex. It ranks 4th of 8 primary schools in Maldon. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 21 May 2014, report published 12 June 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 23 May 2024
Pupils love attending this school as there is so much to see and do. In addition to their stimulating lessons, pupils have an array of clubs to choose from. As pupils exclaimed, 'there is something for everyone'. Activities range from dance to coding, to colouring and gardening. Staff enthusiastically and willingly give of their free time for the benefit of the pupils. Relationships between staff and pupils are warm and respectful. Pupils trust staff to help them if they have any concerns. In lessons, pupils want to do their best. As a result, they listen carefully and contribute fully to discussions. Staff have high expectations of what pupils can do. Pupils rise to the challenge of this, opting to choose a more difficult task when they think they have mastered the easier one. They do not give up when learning becomes difficult. Older pupils are good role models for younger pupils. They are proud of being part of the school council and making a difference for their school community. Pupils are actively involved in the big project to decarbonise the school. They are passionate about protecting the environment. The sports ambassadors also have a role in leading others.
What the school should improve
- Staff support pupils in differing ways when they listen to pupils read one to one. Some staff are more adept than others at reinforcing pupils' phonics knowledge and understanding of what they have read. This means that some pupils are not supported as well as they could be when they practise their reading. The school should agree a consistent approach for when staff listen to pupils read and provide further training, so that staff use this time effectively.
- Governors' knowledge and understanding of the effectiveness of the early years curriculum and that of the foundation subjects is less well developed. This limits the challenge and support they can give for these areas of provision. Governors should ensure their monitoring of these areas provides them with the information they need to hold leaders fully to account.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
18 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
169 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Tollesbury School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tolleshunt D'Arcy St Nicholas Primary Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
| St Cedd's Church of England Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 38% met the expected standard |
| Mersea Island School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 56% met the expected standard |
| St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Tillingham | 5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 47% met the expected standard |
| St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School | 5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 68% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Kate Garnett
- Phone
- 01621869242
- Address
- East Street, Tollesbury, Maldon, CM9 8QE
- Local authority
- Essex
- URN
- 114925
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.