What is the best primary school in Chelmsford?

On our composite score, Perryfields Junior School is the top-ranked primary school in Chelmsford, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Chelmsford?

There are 51 primary schools in Chelmsford with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Chelmsford ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Chelmsford?

Applications for Reception places in Chelmsford starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Chelmsford

Compare 51 top-rated primary schools in Chelmsford, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Perryfields Junior School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Perryfields Junior School vs Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford

The best primary schools in Chelmsford

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Perryfields Junior School

Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford

The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford

The Bishops' Church of England and Roman Catholic Primary School

Little Waltham Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Beehive Lane Community Primary School

Roxwell Church of England Primary School

St John Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Danbury

Woodville Primary School

Westlands Community Primary School

Meadgate Primary School

Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School

Cold Norton Primary School

Maltese Road Primary School

The Tyrrells School

St Pius X Catholic Primary School

Broomfield Primary School

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School

Springfield Primary School

Hatfield Peverel St Andrew's Junior School

Collingwood Primary School

Great Leighs Primary School

Baddow Hall Junior School

Boreham Primary School

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