Blakeney Primary School
Blakeney, GL15 4EB · Gloucestershire · primary school
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217th of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 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 — 0.0/10 against 4,256 of them, against 0.4/10 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 | 17.0 · 1 | 40% | 0.03 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Blakeney Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 17.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school 'Requires improvement' in September 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 75 pupils against a stated capacity of 84. 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 plan to improve attainment in reading, writing, and maths following the 2024 inspection? What specific actions are being taken to address the 'Requires improvement' rating? How does the school support pupils in reaching the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Blakeney Primary School
Overview
Blakeney Primary School is described as a "happy community" where pupils feel safe and embrace the ethos of ‘All different, All equal’. However, the overall quality of education "is not good" because the ambitious curriculum is not implemented effectively in all subjects, leading to inconsistent learning outcomes.
Strengths
- Pupils have "warm trusting relationships with adults" and the school is a "calm place to learn".
- Reading provision has improved significantly, with a phonics scheme that increases pupils' "confidence and fluency".
- Behaviour and attitudes are rated as Good, with pupils demonstrating personal responsibility and tolerance.
- Early years children develop "positive attitudes towards school" and take on responsibilities such as distributing refreshments.
- Leaders have worked proactively with external advisors, and improvements in reading and behaviour are already evident.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure every subject has "set out precisely what knowledge and skills pupils will gain" to enable effective learning.
- Assessment strategies need to accurately check pupils’ knowledge so that misconceptions are addressed and pupils are moved to challenging work swiftly.
- Leaders at all levels must monitor the implementation of the curriculum to ensure it is delivered as intended and secures rapid improvements.
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 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 17% |
| 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
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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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