Braishfield Primary School
Romsey, SO51 0QF · Hampshire · primary school
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157th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,190 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9/10 among them, against 4.6/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Braishfield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9 out of 10 among them, against 4.6 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 103 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
Since the higher standard attainment is 0.0%, what specific strategies are used to support pupils aiming for greater depth? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in higher-level achievement?
What Ofsted said about Braishfield Primary School
Overview
Braishfield Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "caring and happy" environment where pupils "achieve well and feel safe." The report highlights a strong sense of community, with staff maintaining high expectations that result in polite, considerate behaviour and rare incidents of bullying.
Strengths
- The curriculum is well-designed with "high aspirations for all pupils," including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), who "achieve well" due to effective support and staff training.
- Leaders prioritise reading, ensuring pupils become "fluent, confident readers" through logical phonics instruction and closely matched reading books.
- Teachers use their subject expertise to provide "clear explanations" and routinely revisit earlier learning to ensure knowledge is secure and gaps are closed.
- Staff well-being is valued, with "manageable" workloads and leaders who ensure staff "feel listened to."
- Pupils benefit from a wide range of opportunities, including swimming and ‘bikeability’ sessions, fostering personal responsibility and community engagement.
Areas to improve
- In a "small number of subjects," leaders have not yet identified important knowledge precisely enough, meaning pupils’ understanding "does not build as well as it could."
- Leaders should continue to develop the sequencing of knowledge and vocabulary in all subjects to ensure pupils make effective links between previous and current learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff being "vigilant to any signs that pupils may be at risk of harm" and following well-established reporting procedures.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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