Best 3 Primary schools in Manningtree – comparison

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Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Highfields Primary School (Primary) in Manningtree; Wix and Wrabness Primary School (Primary) in Manningtree; Bradfield Primary School (Primary) in Manningtree — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Highfields Primary School, Wix and Wrabness Primary School and Bradfield Primary School. They are primary phase and community school type located around Manningtree, Essex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Highfields Primary School), published Sep 2016. The lowest is 2 (Wix and Wrabness Primary School), published Jan 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Wix and Wrabness Primary School (Jan 2023). average roll around ≈ 200, combined total ≈ 550, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–15–20%; all under Essex local authority.

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Attribute	Highfields Primary School CO11 2BN	Wix and Wrabness Primary School CO11 2RS	Bradfield Primary School CO11 2UZ
Phase / Type	Primary • Community school	Primary • Community school	Primary • Community school
Location	Manningtree Essex CO11 2BN	Manningtree Essex CO11 2RS	Manningtree Essex CO11 2UZ
Latest Ofsted	1 8 Sep 2016	2 22 Jan 2023	2 13 Nov 2022
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	315	119	120
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Essex (881)	Essex (881)	Essex (881)
Website	www.highfields-essex.co.uk	www.wixandwrabnessprimaryschool.co.uk	www.bradfieldprimary.co.uk
Telephone	01206392223	01255870282	01255870241
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Highfields Primary School

CO11 2BN

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Manningtree
Essex
CO11 2BN
Ofsted: 1 8 Sep 2016
Pupils: ≈ 300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Essex (881)
Website: www.highfields-essex.co.uk
Telephone: 01206392223

Wix and Wrabness Primary School

CO11 2RS

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Manningtree
Essex
CO11 2RS
Ofsted: 2 22 Jan 2023
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Essex (881)
Website: www.wixandwrabnessprimaryschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01255870282

Bradfield Primary School

CO11 2UZ

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Manningtree
Essex
CO11 2UZ
Ofsted: 2 13 Nov 2022
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Essex (881)
Website: www.bradfieldprimary.co.uk
Telephone: 01255870241

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How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.