Best 3 Primary schools in Walton on the Naze – 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: Hamford Primary Academy (Primary) in Walton on the Naze; Walton on the Naze Primary School (Primary) in Walton on the Naze — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Hamford Primary Academy and Walton on the Naze Primary School. They are primary phase and academy sponsor led and foundation school type located around Walton on the Naze, Essex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Hamford Primary Academy), published Jan 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Hamford Primary Academy (Jan 2023). average roll around ≈ 300, combined total ≈ 600, typical FSM 40–45%, range 30–35%–55–60%; all within the LIFT SCHOOLS trust.

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Attribute	Hamford Primary Academy CO14 8TE	Walton on the Naze Primary School CO14 8PT
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy sponsor led	Primary • Foundation school
Location	Walton on the Naze Essex CO14 8TE	Walton on the Naze Essex CO14 8PT
Latest Ofsted	2 16 Jan 2023	2 1 Aug 2022
Ofsted report	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	280	210
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	LIFT SCHOOLS	Essex (881)
Website	www.hamfordprimaryacademy.org	www.waltonprimaryschool.co.uk
Telephone	01255673415	01255675657
SEN provision	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile

Hamford Primary Academy

CO14 8TE

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Walton on the Naze
Essex
CO14 8TE
Ofsted: 2 16 Jan 2023
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: LIFT SCHOOLS
Website: www.hamfordprimaryacademy.org
Telephone: 01255673415

Walton on the Naze Primary School

CO14 8PT

Phase / Type: Primary • Foundation school
Location: Walton on the Naze
Essex
CO14 8PT
Ofsted: 2 1 Aug 2022
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Essex (881)
Website: www.waltonprimaryschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01255675657

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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.