Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School
Ludlow, SY8 4BX · Shropshire · primary school
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92nd of 97 primary schools in Shropshire we can score, 127 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 3,004 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6/10 among them, against 1.1/10 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 62% | 0.65 |
| 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.
Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% 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%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6 out of 10 among them, against 1.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the School Council and Archbishop's Young Leaders, learn swimming, and participate in choir, recorder, ocarina, piano, flute, clarinet, saxophone, and guitar.
Getting in
The published school roll is 121 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 the roll exceeding capacity by 16, how does the school manage class sizes for new entrants? How does the curriculum support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the Archbishop's Young Leaders programme?
What Ofsted said about Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School
Overview
Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School is described as a "friendly school that welcomes all," where pupils treat one another with "tolerance and respect." The report highlights that the school has "high expectations for all its pupils," resulting in a keen desire to learn and strong achievement. Inspectors found that the school’s motto of "believing together, achieving together" is being realised through positive relationships and effective teaching.
Strengths
- Personal development is rated "Outstanding," with pupils benefiting from "rich opportunities" such as clubs and roles like house captains that help them "grow in confidence."
- Early years provision is rated "Outstanding," with staff focusing closely on communication skills and ensuring children are "more than ready for Year 1."
- Staff teach phonics and early reading "skilfully," carefully selecting books that "precisely match pupils’ phonics knowledge."
- The curriculum is generally "broad and engaging," with a "firm foundation in the early years" and logical organisation in most subjects.
- Leaders are "highly considerate of staff’s workload and well-being," fostering a collaborative environment to improve provision.
Areas to improve
- In a "very small number of subjects," the curriculum is not sequenced well enough, meaning pupils do not successfully secure prior knowledge.
- Occasionally, adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) do not "closely match to their needs," hindering their learning success.
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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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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