Bodiam Church of England Primary School
Robertsbridge, TN32 5UH · East Sussex · primary school
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126th of 130 primary schools in East Sussex we can score, 144 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 — 0.4/10 against 2,785 of them, against 0.7/10 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 | 36.0 · 6 | 62% | 0.34 |
| 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.
Bodiam Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 36.0% 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%. 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 (0.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in swimming and can attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 85 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the swimming programme? How does the after-school club structure its daily schedule?
What Ofsted said about Bodiam Church of England Primary School
Overview
Bodiam Church of England Primary School is described as a "welcoming, caring and nurturing" community where pupils are "proud" and relationships are "strong and supportive." The inspection highlights an "engaging and ambitious" curriculum that successfully meets pupil needs, alongside "exemplary" behaviour and effective leadership.
Strengths
- Pupils display "excellent" behaviour, being "courteous and respectful" with "calm and focused" classrooms.
- The curriculum is well-structured, with "important knowledge and skills" mapped from Reception to Year 6, ensuring pupils build understanding over time.
- Staff provide high-quality professional development and are "considerate for their workload and well-being," resulting in a proud team.
- Children in Reception benefit from "meaningful learning experiences," maintaining concentration while exploring indoor and outdoor provision.
- The school prioritises reading, with staff "skilfully implement[ing] the phonics curriculum" and routinely checking pupil understanding.
Areas to improve
- Ensure that books pupils read "precisely match the sounds they are learning" so that all pupils, particularly those struggling, can apply their phonics knowledge to become fluent readers.
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 | 32% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 36% |
| 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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