Beechwood Junior School
Southampton, SO18 4EG · Southampton · primary school
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23rd of 45 primary schools in Southampton we can score, 55 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 — 5.0/10 against 2,325 of them, against 4.2/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 62% | 3.32 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Beechwood Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join 360 Degree Sports Coaching, Big Mouth Theatre, Southern Karate, Rocksteady Music, and Saints Foundation Football.
Getting in
The published school roll is 350 pupils against a stated capacity of 311. 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 manage class sizes when operating 39 pupils over its designated capacity? What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the higher standard in core subjects? How are the 5 named external providers integrated into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Beechwood Junior School
Overview
Beechwood Junior School provides a high-quality education where pupils are “highly engaged in their learning” and embody the school’s core values. Although published attainment in mathematics and reading was significantly below the national average in 2024, the school has taken effective action to strengthen these curriculums, resulting in pupils making “rapid gains.” The inspection confirms that the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership are all rated as Good.
Strengths
- The curriculum is described as “ambitious and well-structured,” ensuring clear progression and supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to achieve well.
- Pupils demonstrate “secure understanding across different subjects,” reflected in their articulate discussions and age-appropriate written work.
- Behaviour is positive, with older pupils acting as “excellent role models” and helping to manage routines, while attendance has improved through a “proactive and personalised approach.”
- Staff use “secure subject knowledge” to explain key concepts clearly, and pupils benefit from opportunities to revisit and build on prior learning.
- The school fosters strong personal development, with pupils demonstrating a “secure understanding of the importance of equality” and embracing diversity.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, checks on pupils’ learning do not effectively identify when pupils are fully secure with prior learning, meaning “gaps in pupils’ recall are not identified and addressed as effectively as they could be.” The school must ensure checks identify and address misconceptions across all subjects.
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 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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