Barlestone Church of England Primary School
Nuneaton, CV13 0EP · Leicestershire · primary school
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159th of 215 primary schools in Leicestershire we can score, 231 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 4,058 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4/10 among them, against 2.4/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Barlestone Church of England 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%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4 out of 10 among them, against 2.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Super Star Sports and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 185 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 reading and writing? What specific activities are included in the Super Star Sports programme?
What Ofsted said about Barlestone Church of England Primary School
Overview
The inspection confirms that Barlestone Church of England Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” Pupils enjoy a “positive and safe school experience” characterised by high levels of mutual respect and enthusiasm for learning. The school continues to provide a high-quality education where staff support both academic success and well-being.
Strengths
- Pupils receive a “warm welcome” and know that “all staff care about them,” fostering a harmonious environment where they behave well and settle quickly into routines.
- The curriculum is “ambitious,” ensuring pupils become “fluent and confident readers” and understand key mathematical concepts, with most achieving well in national assessments.
- Staff “skilfully support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND),” making reasonable adjustments so these pupils can successfully access the curriculum.
- The school offers a “well-thought-out personal development programme” that broadens pupils’ appreciation of life beyond school, including diverse cultures and democratic values.
- The trust and governors provide “robust oversight,” prioritising staff and pupil well-being and ensuring ongoing professional development.
Areas to improve
- Ensure connections between prior knowledge and new learning are made explicit so pupils consistently achieve the depth intended in all curriculum areas.
- Use checks on pupil knowledge to routinely adapt next steps in teaching, ensuring work is matched to individual needs and extending opportunities for those ready to progress further.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 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
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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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