Is Hamstel Infant School and Nursery a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Good at its last graded inspection on 16 October 2024. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded C, 30th of 31 primary schools in Southend-on-Sea. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

How do I apply for a place at Hamstel Infant School and Nursery?

Applications for Reception places at Hamstel Infant School and Nursery 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).

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Hamstel Infant School and Nursery

Hamstel Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 4PQ

Local ranking30th of 31 primary schools in Southend-on-Sea

Ofsted: Good

Primary

Phase

390

Capacity

3-7

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: Ofsted inspection 16 October 2024.

Year:

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 470
Boys: 219 (50%)
Girls: 215 (50%)
Capacity: 390 (111% full)
SEND: 20.2%
FSM Eligible: 26.8%
EAL: 13.4%
SEN with EHC Plan: 4.7%
SEN Support: 15.5%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 22.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 19.6
Budget per Pupil: £5,420/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

Overall Absence Rate: 5.9% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 16.7% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Academy converter
Phase: Primary
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Not applicable

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 67.7%
White Other: 4.9%
Black African: 3.9%
Asian Pakistani: 3.6%
Mixed White & Black African: 3.4%
Asian Bangladeshi: 3.4%
Mixed White & Black Caribbean: 3.2%
Mixed White & Asian: 3.2%

67.7%

White British

4.9%

White Other

3.9%

Black African

Historical Trends

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Ethnicity Over Time

Contact & Location

01702468461

principal@his.porticoacademytrust.co.uk

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Hamstel Road

Southend-on-Sea, East of England

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Administrative

URN: 143340
UKPRN: 10057666
Establishment No.: 2093
Trust: PORTICO ACADEMY TRUST

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