Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School
Southampton, SO30 2EA · Hampshire · primary school
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43rd of 300 primary schools in Hampshire we can score, 420 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 — 8.8/10 against 4,190 of them, against 8.5/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 19.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 357 pupils against a stated capacity of 327. 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 do not reach the expected standard? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School
Overview
Pupils are “enthusiastic about their learning” and live out the school’s “heart values” of courage, respect, and stewardship. The report describes a “nurturing and caring environment” where behaviour is “exemplary” and personal development is a significant strength. Leaders have designed a curriculum that prepares pupils for future education, though some inconsistencies in teaching practice remain.
Strengths
- Behaviour is “exemplary,” with pupils being “polite, courteous and enthusiastic” in a “calm atmosphere.”
- Personal development is a strength, supported by “exceptional” pastoral care and a “vast array of clubs and activities.”
- Reading is a clear priority, with a “common structure” for phonics teaching and a “warm and welcoming” library.
- Staff are determined for pupils to be successful, with learning adapted to meet the needs of all, including those with SEND.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teaching activities enable pupils to “routinely revisit their prior learning” to prevent gaps and aid long-term retention.
- In the early years, staff should better support children to understand and remember “intended vocabulary,” as the current environment does not consistently expose them to “broad, rich vocabulary.”
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 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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