Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Church of England Primary School
Wallingford, OX10 0QH · Oxfordshire · primary school
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163rd of 230 primary schools in Oxfordshire we can score, 244 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 4,223 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.9/10 among them, against 3.4/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 41% | 0.66 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.75 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 26% | 1.56 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.9 out of 10 among them, against 3.4 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 163 pupils against a stated capacity of 150. 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 last inspection was in 2022, what specific steps have been taken to address the gap between current results and the national median? How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting expected standards in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Church of England Primary School
Overview
Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a culture of high ambition and positive behaviour. Pupils are inspired to work hard, thrive on challenges, and demonstrate the school values of respect, resilience, and reflection. The report highlights a happy, inclusive environment where staff have high expectations and pupils feel safe and supported.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "consistently positive" behaviour and are notably caring towards younger children, creating a "bully-free zone".
- The teaching of reading is effective, with strong support for struggling readers and a routine of staff reading aloud to promote diversity and well-being.
- Mathematics teaching is structured methodically, with staff providing timely feedback and challenging pupils with "tricky work".
- The school is inclusive, with staff adapting teaching so almost all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, can access the curriculum.
- Governors and trustees offer effective challenge and support, while staff feel valued and proud to work at the school.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum thinking in some subjects is not specific enough, meaning staff do not always check that pupils have learned the most important content.
- Subject leadership is underdeveloped, with some leaders lacking the skills to refine curriculum thinking and check how well pupils are learning key knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders and staff demonstrating strong knowledge of pupils and the community, reporting concerns promptly, and maintaining comprehensive records.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 92% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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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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