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John Ray Junior School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

John Ray Junior School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Braintree, Essex , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 436 pupils, and a capacity of 432 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

7–11

Age range

436

Pupils

432

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

John Ray Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, John Ray Junior School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 436 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 432 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Essex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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John Ray Junior School — School Information

Full address
Notley Road, Braintree, CM7 1HL
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
27.3% of pupils
DfE URN
143538

Other Primary Schools in Braintree

If John Ray Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Braintree are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — John Ray Junior School

Is John Ray Junior School oversubscribed?

Yes — John Ray Junior School currently has 436 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 432 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for John Ray Junior School?

Admission to John Ray Junior School is managed by Essex. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does John Ray Junior School cover?

John Ray Junior School is a primary school in Braintree, Essex, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for John Ray Junior School?

John Ray Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.