Barnwood Church of England Primary School
Gloucester, GL4 3JP · Gloucestershire · primary school
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26th of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.1/10 against 3,899 of them, against 8.8/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 22.0 · 94 | 25% | 2.35 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Barnwood Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 22.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 177 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Barnwood Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy learning at this “friendly, safe and welcoming school” where adults are “calm, caring and kind.” The school has responded well to previous inspection feedback, implementing an “ambitious curriculum” that supports high expectations and positive behaviour.
Strengths
- Reading is a clear priority, described as the “golden thread” that weaves learning together, supported by a “well-structured phonics programme.”
- Pupils are “enthusiastic mathematicians” who progress well through a “coherently planned” curriculum and confidently solve complex problems.
- Staff effectively identify and meet the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they “learn the same curriculum as their peers.”
- The school promotes personal development well, offering diverse opportunities such as clubs, peer mediation roles, and democratic processes like voting for the school council.
- Governors are “extremely knowledgeable” and use their experience effectively to challenge and support leaders, while staff appreciate consideration for their workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the school has not made clear enough the important knowledge pupils must learn, resulting in less secure knowledge and hampered progress.
- Pupils lack regular opportunities to apply writing skills across the curriculum, meaning they do not develop these skills “well enough.”
Safeguarding
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 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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
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