Alver Valley Junior School
Gosport, PO13 8AA · Hampshire · primary school
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203rd of 300 primary schools in Hampshire we can score, 420 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 4.2/10 against 1,361 of them, against 3.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Alver Valley Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join cooking, Forest School, gardening, art and singing clubs, as well as football and netball teams. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 213 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the national median in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the Forest School sessions? How does the after-school club structure its day?
What Ofsted said about Alver Valley Junior School
Overview
Alver Valley Junior School continues to be a good school, offering a "happy and vibrant" environment where pupils feel safe and respected. Leaders provide "impressive pastoral care" and ensure that the curriculum is precisely planned to support all learners, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils thrive in a "nurturing and friendly environment" where staff show "kindness and expertise" in supporting emotional well-being and behaviour.
- Reading is highly prioritised, with staff using "strong and consistent" expertise to ensure every pupil learns to read fluently through well-matched books and targeted support.
- The curriculum embeds a "philosophical approach" across subjects, helping pupils develop resilience, reasoning skills, and the ability to "reflect, challenge and persuade."
- Leaders provide "impressive pastoral care" through specific clubs for young carers, pupils with autism, and families in the armed forces, alongside outdoor learning programmes.
- Staff feel "trusted, supported and motivated," with no concerns about well-being or workload, while governors provide "strong support and challenge."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must continue efforts to improve attendance, as some disadvantaged pupils’ absence remains too low, potentially impacting their achievement.
- Leaders should widen the offer of extracurricular nurture opportunities, such as outdoor learning, to ensure they are available to all pupils rather than just specific groups.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with "rigorous" practice, thorough recruitment, and detailed record-keeping ensuring that leaders follow up on every issue with "tireless commitment."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 36% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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