St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School — Primary School in Chelmsford

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St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School

Chelmsford, CM2 8RR

231 Pupils

240 Capacity

7–11 Age Range

21.20% FSM %

118 Boys

113 Girls

About St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Chelmsford, Essex, in the East of England region of England for pupils aged 7–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 231 pupils on roll. School capacity: 240. Current headteacher: Rowen Prigg.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Essex
Region	East of England
Administrative District	Chelmsford
Parliamentary Constituency	Maldon
Ward	Galleywood
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10070977
URN	115197
Data Last Updated	27-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Jane Cregan-Bird	Chair of Governors	15/08/2022	15/08/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
The Reverend David Cattle	Governor	01/10/2018	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mrs Lisa Dines	Governor	31/08/2023	31/08/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Jack Dougherty	Governor	06/10/2023	06/10/2027	Elected by parents
Mrs Stephanie Drake	Governor	09/08/2022	08/08/2026	Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)
Mr Tom Emmett	Governor	30/09/2024	30/09/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Richard Hyland	Governor	30/09/2024	30/09/2028	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Steve Maddox	Governor	29/06/2022	29/06/2026	Elected by parents
Mrs Rowen Prigg	Governor	01/09/2019	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Paul Smith	Governor	01/02/2022	23/03/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Francesca Watkinson	Governor	08/12/2022	08/12/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust

Schools Nearby

Galleywood Infant School

0.05 km • CHELMSFORD

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Thriftwood School

0.62 km • Chelmsford

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Mildmay Primary School

1.33 km • Chelmsford

Other

Beehive Lane Community Primary School

1.47 km • Chelmsford

Other

Great Baddow High School

1.74 km • Chelmsford

Other

Larkrise Primary School

2.04 km • Chelmsford

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School?

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Chelmsford, Essex.

How many pupils does St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School have?

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School has 231 pupils, with a capacity of 240.

What is the age range at St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School?

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School caters for pupils aged 7 to 11.

Is St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School a faith school?

Yes, St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School?

The Headteacher at St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School is Mrs Rowen Prigg.

Where is St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School located?

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School is at Barnard Road, Galleywood, Chelmsford, CM2 8RR, in the Essex local authority, East of England.

Does St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School currently open?

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Rowen Prigg

Barnard Road, Galleywood, Chelmsford, CM2 8RR

01245472682

www.st-michaels-jun.essex.sch.uk

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 115197

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026