Ridgewell Church of England Primary School
Academy sponsor ledPrimaryAges 4–11MixedChurch of England
Church Lane, Ridgewell, Halstead, CO9 4SA
Headteacher · Mrs Kirsty Stuart
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Key facts
Pupils55Capacity 105
OfstedReport cardInspected 24 February 2026
TrustThe Diocese of Chelmsford Vine Schools Trust
Free school meals32.7%
Ofsted
Report card from the inspection on 24 February 2026.
- InclusionExpected standard
- Curriculum and teachingNeeds attention
- AchievementNeeds attention
- Attendance and behaviourExpected standard
- Personal development and wellbeingExpected standard
- Early yearsNeeds attention
- Leadership and governanceNeeds attention
- SafeguardingMet
Ofsted management information, latest inspections as at 31 August 2026.
Reception applications close 15 January 2027
For September 2027. Apply through Essex council, not the school. National offer day is 16 April 2027.
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