Richard de Clare Community Academy
Richard de Clare Community Academy is a primary located in Essex, CO9 2JT. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 3 to 11. It currently has approximately 360 pupils on roll.
Richard de Clare Community Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. It provides nursery classes for early years children.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Primary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 3 to 11
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Essex
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 466
Number of Pupils: 360
Number of Boys: 183
Number of Girls: 177
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 35.5
Last Changed Date: 2025-01-16
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Requires Improvement
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2022-05-16
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Bellett
Phone: 01787472153
Website: www.richarddeclare.com
Location: Parsonage Street
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Richard de Clare Community Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Richard de Clare Community Academy?
Richard de Clare Community Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Richard de Clare Community Academy admit?
Richard de Clare Community Academy admits pupils from age 3 to 11.
Is Richard de Clare Community Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Richard de Clare Community Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Richard de Clare Community Academy?
Richard de Clare Community Academy is a academy converter offering primary education.
What is the crime rate near Richard de Clare Community Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Richard de Clare Community Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Richard de Clare Community Academy?
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