Amesbury Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Salisbury, SP4 7AX · Wiltshire · primary school
Check the area around this school
162nd of 181 primary schools in Wiltshire we can score, 201 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 the 3,224 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4/10 among them, against 2.9/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Amesbury Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4 out of 10 among them, against 2.9 out of 10 nationally. The school was inspected in January 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 179 pupils against a stated capacity of 450. 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 expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to help children reach the higher standard in reading? How does the new inspection framework affect the current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Amesbury Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
The inspection found that the school is fulfilling the "expected standard" across all evaluated categories. Leaders have successfully addressed previous weaknesses, resulting in "palpable" improvements in teaching, curriculum, and pupil behaviour. Pupils are described as "proud to attend," benefiting from a calm environment and nurturing staff.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well, with attainment in national tests now "close to the national averages" and gaps for disadvantaged pupils closing successfully.
- Attendance is high, with a "marked reduction in persistent absence" sustained through proactive support for families.
- Behaviour is generally excellent, characterised by a "calm, orderly environment" where pupils are polite, respectful, and ready to learn.
- The curriculum is "well designed," ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs, gain essential knowledge and secure subject understanding.
- Personal development is comprehensive, fostering confident individuals with a strong moral purpose and understanding of fundamental British values.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers consistently design activities that help pupils "deepen their knowledge, skills and understanding" so they excel across all curriculum subjects, particularly in foundation subjects where tasks do not always deepen learning.
- Staff in the early years should maximise opportunities to engage children in high-quality interactions that "develop and extend their knowledge and vocabulary."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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
Saved schools live on this device only — no account, no tracking.
Loading full school details…
Similar schools nearby
Same area, prioritising the same phase — useful for shortlisting alternatives.
Every school within 2.5 miles of SP4 7AX, with results, demand and deadlines — area report →
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT