What is the best primary school in Southend-on-Sea?

On our composite score, Darlinghurst Academy is the top-ranked primary school in Southend-on-Sea, with a grade B. 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 Southend-on-Sea?

There are 31 primary schools in Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea?

Applications for Reception places in Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea

Compare 31 top-rated primary schools in Southend-on-Sea, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Darlinghurst Academy.

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Compare the top two side by side: Darlinghurst Academy vs Hinguar Community Primary School

The best primary schools in Southend-on-Sea

Results

Darlinghurst Academy

Hinguar Community Primary School

Leigh North Street Primary School

Blenheim Primary School

West Leigh Junior School

Edwards Hall Primary School

Prince Avenue Academy and Nursery

St Helen's Catholic Primary School

Bournes Green Junior School

St George's Catholic Primary School

Richmond Avenue Primary and Nursery School

The Westborough School

Earls Hall Primary School

Fairways Primary School

Barons Court Primary School and Nursery

Hamstel Junior School

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Bournemouth Park Academy

Temple Sutton Primary School

Friars Primary School and Nursery

Greenways Primary School

Porters Grange Primary School and Nursery

St Mary's, Prittlewell, CofE Primary School

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