Berry Hill Primary School
Coleford, GL16 7AT · Gloucestershire · primary school
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180th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,083 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8/10 among them, against 2.8/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 62% | 2.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Berry Hill Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8 out of 10 among them, against 2.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 201 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 9 places currently available, how does the school manage waiting lists for specific entry years? How does the curriculum support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to help children progress to the higher standard in English?
What Ofsted said about Berry Hill Primary School
Overview
Berry Hill Primary School is described as a place where staff ensure pupils feel "safe, happy and able to achieve their best," guided by the ethos to "be kind, be respectful, be your best." The report highlights that the school has moved on from its previous "Requires improvement" rating, with leaders demonstrating a "clear and ambitious vision" that is consistently implemented by staff. Pupils generally behave well, showing a "strong sense of tolerance and understanding," while the curriculum is tailored to meet local needs and support those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- The curriculum is "relevant to Berry Hill’s local context" and has been "particularly attentive" to the needs of pupils with SEND, who now achieve well due to earlier assessments and trained staff.
- Reading instruction is effective, with most pupils becoming "fluent readers by the end of Year 2," and targeted support helping those with speech and language difficulties to catch up.
- A new approach to teaching mathematics has addressed previous weaknesses, giving pupils a "more secure understanding of basic mathematics" and allowing older pupils to catch up on past learning gaps.
- Leaders maintain a "coherent approach to checking provision" that gives governors an "accurate view of the school’s effectiveness," ensuring policies are followed consistently.
Areas to improve
- Teachers should "expect more of pupils" to help them "deepen their knowledge effectively," as some are not currently supported to achieve as much as they could.
- The new writing curriculum focusing on spelling, punctuation, and handwriting is not yet delivered consistently, meaning some pupils "continue to make the same errors over time."
- Opportunities for children in the early years to "apply and practise their skills across other areas of learning" are sometimes limited, potentially missing important preparation for key stage 1.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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