Brimpton C.E. Primary School
Reading, RG7 4TL · West Berkshire · primary school
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46th of 54 primary schools in West Berkshire we can score, 67 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 — 0.1/10 against 3,260 of them, against 0.5/10 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 | 20.0 · 1 | 40% | 0.04 |
| 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.
Brimpton C.E. Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 20.0% 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 (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 49 pupils against a stated capacity of 63. 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
With 20.0% meeting expected standards, what specific support is available for pupils who need to catch up? How does the school plan to raise attainment in the coming year? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Brimpton C.E. Primary School
Overview
Brimpton C.E. Primary School is described as a “happy and caring school” where pupils feel safe and valued within a strong community. The inspection judged overall effectiveness as Good, highlighting a well-sequenced curriculum and high expectations for behaviour. While the school excels in personal development and early reading, it requires refinement in how teachers check pupil understanding across all subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils behave “extremely well” and are polite, with strong relationships between staff and children.
- The curriculum is “interesting and well-sequenced,” setting clear intentions for knowledge retention.
- Staff are “swift to identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities” and provide effective support.
- Reading is a priority, with a new phonics programme ensuring younger children develop “confidence and fluency.”
- Personal development is a “notable strength,” underpinned by the school’s Christian ethos and respect for differences.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not check carefully enough that pupils have retained important content, hindering future learning.
- Some tasks are not “sharply focused on the most important learning,” leaving pupils insufficient time to secure knowledge.
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 | 14% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 20% |
| 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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