Best 3 Secondary schools in Grays – 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 secondary schools: Harris Academy Chafford Hundred (Secondary) in Grays; Orsett Heath Academy (Secondary) in Grays; Thames Park Secondary School (Secondary) in Grays — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Harris Academy Chafford Hundred, Orsett Heath Academy and Thames Park Secondary School. They are secondary phase and academy converter and free schools type located around Grays, Essex and Grays. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Harris Academy Chafford Hundred), published May 2024. The lowest is 2 (Orsett Heath Academy), published Nov 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Harris Academy Chafford Hundred (May 2024). average roll around ≈ 900, combined total ≈ 2,700, typical FSM 20–25%, range 10–15%–25–30%; spread across trusts such as Harris Federation, South West Essex Community Education Trust Limited and OSBORNE CO-OPERATIVE ACADEMY TRUST.

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Attribute	Harris Academy Chafford Hundred RM16 6SA	Orsett Heath Academy RM16 4DG	Thames Park Secondary School RM17 5FP
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Free schools	Secondary • Free schools
Location	Grays Essex RM16 6SA	Grays RM16 4DG	Grays RM17 5FP
Latest Ofsted	1 8 May 2024	2 29 Nov 2023	2 14 Mar 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 750 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1200	1200	900
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Harris Federation	South West Essex Community Education Trust Limited	OSBORNE CO-OPERATIVE ACADEMY TRUST
Website	www.harrischaffordhundred.org.uk	www.orsettheathacademy.org.uk	www.thames-park.osborne.coop
Telephone	01375484580	01375802800	01375470790
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Harris Academy Chafford Hundred

RM16 6SA

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Grays
Essex
RM16 6SA
Ofsted: 1 8 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Harris Federation
Website: www.harrischaffordhundred.org.uk
Telephone: 01375484580

Orsett Heath Academy

RM16 4DG

Phase / Type: Secondary • Free schools
Location: Grays
RM16 4DG
Ofsted: 2 29 Nov 2023
Pupils: ≈ 550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: South West Essex Community Education Trust Limited
Website: www.orsettheathacademy.org.uk
Telephone: 01375802800

Thames Park Secondary School

RM17 5FP

Phase / Type: Secondary • Free schools
Location: Grays
RM17 5FP
Ofsted: 2 14 Mar 2023
Pupils: ≈ 750 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: OSBORNE CO-OPERATIVE ACADEMY TRUST
Website: www.thames-park.osborne.coop
Telephone: 01375470790

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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.