Berkswich CofE (VC) Primary School
Stafford, ST17 0LU · Staffordshire · primary school
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7th of 217 primary schools in Staffordshire we can score, 310 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 1,577 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.5/10 among them, against 9.1/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 23.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.37 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Berkswich CofE (VC) Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 23.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.5 out of 10 among them, against 9.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 214 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
With the roll currently exceeding capacity, how does the school manage class sizes for new intakes? Since the similar-intake comparison score is slightly lower than the national figure, what specific strategies are used to support pupils in reaching higher standards? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Berkswich CofE (VC) Primary School
Overview
Berkswich CofE (VC) Primary School continues to be an outstanding school, where pupils learn exceptionally well and are well cared for by dedicated staff. The report highlights that pupils are very happy and safe, with high expectations set for all learners from the early years onwards.
Strengths
- The curriculum is highly effective, with leaders carefully considering what pupils need to know and ensuring any gaps in learning are quickly picked up.
- Reading is given the highest priority, supported by a community of ‘reading ambassadors’ and staff highly trained in delivering the phonics programme.
- Behaviour is described as exemplary, with pupils explicitly taught good manners and relationships across the school being highly respectful.
- Pupils’ personal development is of the highest quality, including serious attention to mental health and opportunities for specialist support in music and sports.
- Staff are extremely well supported by leaders and governors, with workload and well-being taken very seriously, resulting in highly skilled professionals.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 84% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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