Broughton Junior School
Aylesbury, HP20 1NQ · Buckinghamshire · primary school
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43rd of 142 primary schools in Buckinghamshire we can score, 182 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.3/10 against 3,377 of them, against 7.7/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Broughton Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 8.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Year 5 and 6 pupils take part in residential trips in 2025 and 2026.
Getting in
The published school roll is 250 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 is the 2022 inspection report being used to improve current teaching?
What Ofsted said about Broughton Junior School
Overview
Broughton Junior School continues to be a good school where pupils feel safe, cared for, and enjoy attending. Leaders have established an ambitious curriculum with high expectations for behaviour, resulting in warm relationships and positive attitudes towards learning. While most pupils thrive and benefit from a wide range of enrichment activities, there are specific areas regarding curriculum precision and reading support that require refinement.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and valued, with staff effectively resolving occasional upsets and maintaining a bullying-free environment.
- The mathematics curriculum provides a clear pathway for learning, with teachers adept at helping pupils ‘keep up and catch up’.
- Reading is a priority, supported by a uniquely designed library and a phonics programme for younger pupils.
- The school offers a strong enrichment programme, including memorable visits, forest school sessions, and music opportunities.
- Staff report high morale, praising the team approach and the support received during induction.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must refine the curriculum in foundation subjects like history, geography, and music to identify with precision the most important knowledge pupils need to learn.
- Reading interventions for pupils catching up need to be more precisely targeted at specific learning gaps, with books better matched to pupils’ reading knowledge.
- Supervision of play areas during social times should be reviewed to ensure all pupils are within staff sight, preventing unchecked rough play.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and being alert to concerns, which are followed through and referred to other agencies when needed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 41% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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