High Beech CofE Primary School

About High Beech CofE Primary School

High Beech Primary School is a small school set within the beautiful surroundings of Epping Forest. We provide an excellent education for children aged between 4 and 11 years old. We place a strong emphasis on providing our children with a broad and balanced curriculum that serves to enrich the children’s lives and prepare them well for their learning now and future education.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Kate Mortimer

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

4.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

62.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Mark T Unconfirmed

Parent Oct 1, 2022

5.0

"A Friendly and Supportive Environment"

We've been really impressed with High Beech so far. The school's emphasis on emotional literacy and its provision of extra support for children who need it have been particularly beneficial for our child. The teachers are all very friendly and approachable, and the facilities are great. One thing that might be improved is the availability of after-school clubs - sometimes we wish there were a few more options for our child to join.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School with a Heart of Gold"

We've been at High Beech for 3 years now and it's been an absolute joy. The school's emphasis on values such as Perseverance, Respect and Thankfulness has really resonated with our child. The teachers are kind and supportive, and the facilities are excellent. I've seen my child grow and thrive in this environment, and I couldn't be more grateful.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sally J Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 1, 2021

4.0

"A Great Start to Our Child's Education"

We were at High Beech for 2 years and had a really positive experience. The school's focus on Christian values and its commitment to supporting the local community were things we really valued. The teachers were excellent and our child made great progress. One thing that might be improved is communication with parents - sometimes we felt a bit in the dark about what was going on. Still, we were very happy with our decision to send our child here.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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