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Blackmore Primary School

Goodgraded 22/06/2022Ages 4–11166 pupilsDoes not apply
Ingatestone, CM4 0QR
Essex

Blackmore Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 4 to 11 in Ingatestone, within the Essex local authority. The school has around 166 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 22/06/2022, Blackmore Primary School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Ingatestone can view Blackmore Primary School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Ingatestone (CM4 0QR), Blackmore Primary School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.

Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesOutstanding
Personal developmentOutstanding
Leadership & managementGood

Last inspected 22/06/2022

Attendance & staffing
Attendance94.0%England avg 94.5%
Persistent absence16.6%England avg 14.3%
Pupils per teacher17.6England avg 20.9
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 98%

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals10.8%England avg 24.0%
English not first language1.8%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

All schools in IngatestoneSee the full area report for CM4 0QR