Bishop Henderson Church of England Primary School
Radstock, BA3 5PN · Somerset · primary school
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52nd 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.7/10 against 2,668 of them, against 7.8/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 5 | 35% | 0.18 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bishop Henderson Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.8 out of 10 against all schools). The November 2025 Ofsted inspection used the new framework, grading areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 133 pupils against a stated capacity of 164. 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 new Ofsted framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Bishop Henderson Church of England Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school with a "warm and caring" ethos where pupils feel safe and happy, particularly in the early years. While leaders have significantly improved early years provision and personal development, the inspection identifies that the quality of education for older pupils and those with special educational needs requires attention to close learning gaps.
Strengths
- Early years provision is "ambitious" and ensures children receive the support needed to "thrive academically and personally."
- Personal development is a strength, with a "range of wider experiences" that nurture talents and foster tolerance and mutual respect.
- Staff provide "high-quality pastoral care," creating an environment where pupils feel "well cared for" and bullying is uncommon.
- The curriculum in early years is "language rich," helping to close communication gaps and build secure foundations in reading and writing.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must strengthen oversight of how pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities learn to reduce barriers and improve achievement.
- The school should focus on basic writing skills, particularly for key stage 2 pupils who have gaps in fluency and accuracy.
- Leaders need to analyse attendance data more closely to identify patterns and intervene early for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 42% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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