Best 3 Primary schools in Epping – 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: Epping Primary School (Primary) in Epping; Coopersale and Theydon Garnon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School (Primary) in Epping; Ivy Chimneys Primary School (Primary) in Epping — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Epping Primary School, Coopersale and Theydon Garnon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School and Ivy Chimneys Primary School. They are primary phase and community school, voluntary controlled school and academy converter type located around Epping, Essex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Epping Primary School), published Nov 2022. The most recent inspection on record is for Epping Primary School (Nov 2022). average roll around ≈ 300, combined total ≈ 950, typical FSM 15–20%, range 10–15%–20–25%; all within the EPPING FOREST SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP TRUST trust.

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Attribute	Epping Primary School CM16 5DU	Coopersale and Theydon Garnon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School CM16 7QX	Ivy Chimneys Primary School CM16 4EP
Phase / Type	Primary • Community school	Primary • Voluntary controlled school	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Epping Essex CM16 5DU	Epping Essex CM16 7QX	Epping Essex CM16 4EP
Latest Ofsted	2 13 Nov 2022	2 20 Mar 2017	2 25 Nov 2013
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	420	235	345
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under 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)	EPPING FOREST SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP TRUST
Website	www.eppingprimary.essex.sch.uk	www.coopersaletheydongarnon.essex.sch.uk	www.ivychimneys.net
Telephone	01992572408	01992574890	01992573518
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Epping Primary School

CM16 5DU

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Epping
Essex
CM16 5DU
Ofsted: 2 13 Nov 2022
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Essex (881)
Website: www.eppingprimary.essex.sch.uk
Telephone: 01992572408

Coopersale and Theydon Garnon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

CM16 7QX

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary controlled school
Location: Epping
Essex
CM16 7QX
Ofsted: 2 20 Mar 2017
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Essex (881)
Website: www.coopersaletheydongarnon.essex.sch.uk
Telephone: 01992574890

Ivy Chimneys Primary School

CM16 4EP

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Epping
Essex
CM16 4EP
Ofsted: 2 25 Nov 2013
Pupils: ≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: EPPING FOREST SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP TRUST
Website: www.ivychimneys.net
Telephone: 01992573518

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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.