Bidford-on-Avon CofE Primary School
Alcester, B50 4QG · Warwickshire · primary school
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57th of 161 primary schools in Warwickshire we can score, 196 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 — 5.7/10 against 3,623 of them, against 5.5/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 62% | 3.18 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 38% | 2.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bidford-on-Avon CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 9.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including Cheerleading, Cookery, Performance, Science, Forest School, and Craft. Sports options cover Rugby, Football, Netball, Rowing, Golf, Multi-skills, Skateboarding, and Archery, alongside Dance. A residential trip to a PGL activity centre is offered. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 312 pupils against a stated capacity of 314. 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 Forest School curriculum integrate with the main timetable? What support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Bidford-on-Avon CofE Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school that provides a "nurturing environment" where pupils feel safe and enjoy their learning. It highlights a curriculum that helps pupils "develop their knowledge and skills year-on-year," resulting in good attendance and positive behaviour. The inspection concludes that the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, leadership, and early years provision are all Good.
Strengths
- Pupils "enjoy their learning" and demonstrate enthusiasm, with opportunities to develop talents through clubs, music, and activities like bell boating.
- The curriculum "makes links between subjects," helping pupils apply learning in different contexts and recall "sticky knowledge" to build new understanding.
- Pupils show respect for one another, with older pupils acting as "positive role models" and demonstrating kindness through leadership roles.
- Staff are supported with regard to well-being, and governors work in partnership to "further develop the areas identified by the school."
- Most pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified early and "achieve well" due to supportive relationships and well-matched activities.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, "essential curriculum knowledge is not clearly identified," leading to gaps in pupils’ learning and preventing them from securely building on previous work.
- The school’s oversight of curriculum implementation is "not as robust as it should be," meaning teaching effectiveness is not checked with sufficient rigour to identify knowledge gaps.
- Additional support for struggling readers lacks "planned opportunities for them to rehearse reading aloud," which slows the development of fluency.
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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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