Berrow Church Primary School
Burnham-on-Sea, TA8 2LJ · Somerset · primary school
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144th of 156 primary schools in Somerset we can score, 219 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 3,892 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1/10 among them, against 2.0/10 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 | 54.0 · 26 | 40% | 1.03 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| 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.
Berrow Church Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. An April 2026 Ofsted inspection used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1 out of 10 among them, against 2.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Calm club, Forest school, and gardening club, with both breakfast and after-school clubs available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 173 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 expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the Forest school sessions? How are the separate Ofsted grades from the 2026 inspection reflected in current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Berrow Church Primary School
Overview
Berrow Primary Church Academy is described as a "warm and welcoming inclusive school" where pupils "thrive" and feel safe. Leaders have successfully addressed "historic weaknesses" since taking over, resulting in improved outcomes and a strong culture of belonging. The school is fulfilling the expected standard in most areas, with attendance and behaviour rated at a strong standard.
Strengths
- Attendance is a "whole-school priority" with "high rates of attendance" supported by effective monitoring and ‘scoop groups’ for lost learning.
- Pupils "behave impeccably well" due to "warm relationships and consistent routines," with bullying being rare.
- The curriculum is "coherently sequenced," ensuring staff clarity and helping pupils build knowledge logically, particularly in reading and phonics.
- Leaders provide "highly effective support" and have created an environment where staff show "pride in the school’s journey."
- Pupils benefit from a "wide range of experiences" beyond academics, including clubs and community roles, fostering personal development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should develop staff expertise to help a higher proportion of pupils achieve the "higher standard" in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Leaders must ensure rigorous checks on assessment impact so that learning tasks consistently build on what pupils know and remember.
- Some pupils lack the "depth of knowledge" regarding different beliefs, faiths, and cultures that leaders intend.
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 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 54% |
| 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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