Bierton Church of England Combined School
Aylesbury, HP22 5DF · Buckinghamshire · primary school
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65th of 142 primary schools in Buckinghamshire we can score, 182 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 — 6.2/10 against 4,296 of them, against 6.6/10 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bierton Church of England Combined School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (6.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join an art club and compete in gymnastics. They perform in a pantomime and Bierton's Got Talent. Trips include Woburn Safari Park, Claydon House, Waddesdon Manor, Cassiobury Park, Bletchley Park, Ufton Court, and residential stays at Caldecotte and Skern Lodge. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 419 pupils against a stated capacity of 419. 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 the roll is at full capacity? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are the residential trips organised for younger children?
What Ofsted said about Bierton Church of England Combined School
Overview
Bierton Church of England Combined School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a school where pupils are happy, proud, and achieve well, supported by high ambition for their academic outcomes and preparation for life beyond school. Staff are described as kind and nurturing, fostering an environment where pupils’ behaviour is exemplary and they feel safe to express worries.
Strengths
- The curriculum is well-designed, ensuring disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs access the full breadth of learning.
- A consistent phonics-based approach to reading is taught well, with pupils reading with increasing fluency and comprehension.
- Pupils demonstrate an exceptional understanding of diversity, showing empathy, compassion, and a global perspective through community links.
- Teachers possess strong subject knowledge, particularly in mathematics, where pupils successfully apply strategies to reasoning and problem solving.
- Staff are well-supported regarding workload and well-being, and the governing body has a strong strategic understanding of the school.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should embed assessment procedures in a few subjects to ensure they know how well pupils are learning and understanding the intended curriculum.
- The school should continue to embed recent improvements to the English curriculum to strengthen pupils’ grammatical understanding and written outcomes.
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 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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