Bishop Rawle CofE Primary School
Stoke-on-Trent, ST10 1QA · Staffordshire · primary school
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174th of 217 primary schools in Staffordshire we can score, 310 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 — 4.5/10 against 2,933 of them, against 4.4/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 13 | 35% | 0.45 |
| 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.
Bishop Rawle CofE 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 higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools). An inspection in April 2026 assessed the school under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 144 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in the after-school period? How does the new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Bishop Rawle CofE Primary School
Overview
Bishop Rawle CofE Primary School is described as a welcoming and inclusive community where pupils feel safe, valued, and proud. The report highlights that pupils are "extremely well prepared for life in modern Britain" through a strong focus on personal development and high-quality early years provision. While most aspects of the school meet expected or strong standards, there are specific areas regarding curriculum depth and handwriting consistency that require further attention.
Strengths
- Early years provision is rated at a "Strong standard," with children getting off to a "flying start" through thoughtfully designed curricula and high-quality interactions.
- Personal development is rated at a "Strong standard," with pupils becoming "compassionate, informed and articulate individuals" who demonstrate genuine empathy and community pride.
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed, ensuring pupils feel safe.
- Inclusion is effective, with leaders identifying barriers early and providing timely support so disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs make sustained progress.
- Staff wellbeing is prioritised, and parents report "very positive" views of the school’s open communication and care.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure staff consistently apply the school’s approach to handwriting across all subjects so pupils write with greater fluency and accuracy.
- Teachers need support to select learning activities that are "consistently and appropriately demanding," ensuring more pupils deepen their understanding and achieve highly, particularly in mathematics.
Safeguarding
The report states that "safeguarding standards are met," noting that leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and concerns are actively managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 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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