Bletchingley Village Primary School
Redhill, RH1 4PP · Surrey · primary school
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172nd of 203 primary schools in Surrey we can score, 296 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 — 4.3/10 against 2,592 of them, against 3.8/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 62% | 2.68 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 38% | 1.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bletchingley Village Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 230 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How are clubs and extracurricular activities organised for different year groups?
What Ofsted said about Bletchingley Village Primary School
Overview
Under new leadership, the school is "raising expectations of pupils’ learning" and is "ambitious for every pupil to achieve their best." While early years provision is strong and pupils display positive attitudes, older pupils "do not learn as well as they should" because the curriculum is not taught effectively in all subjects.
Strengths
- Early reading is a strength, with staff being "precise in ensuring that pupils have understood each letter or sound before they move on."
- Children in the early years make a "strong start" and are "well prepared for the next stage of their education."
- Pupils have a "positive attitude to their learning," behaving well and interacting confidently with staff and peers.
- Attendance has "improved substantially," with staff working tirelessly to support families and overcome barriers.
- Pupils know how to stay safe, particularly online, and develop cultural awareness through planned discussions.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in some subjects does not address "deficits in pupils’ prior learning," leaving gaps in knowledge that hinder understanding.
- Teachers do not consistently check for understanding, allowing "errors persisting in some pupils’ work" and gaps in knowledge to remain unaddressed.
- Leadership processes need to be more embedded to ensure "strong shared practice among staff" and consistent curriculum delivery.
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 | 39% |
| 2023/24 | 31% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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