Bucklebury C.E. Primary School
Reading, RG7 6QP · West Berkshire · primary school
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48th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,133 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.9/10 among them, against 1.9/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 62% | 1.48 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bucklebury C.E. Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.9 out of 10 among them, against 1.9 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 99 pupils against a stated capacity of 126. 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
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting expected standards in literacy? What specific strategies are used to help children progress towards the higher standard? How does the school manage class sizes to ensure individual attention for each child?
What Ofsted said about Bucklebury C.E. Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Bucklebury C.E. Primary School demonstrate strong values of “love, hope and faith” and maintain “highly positive attitudes towards their education.” The school provides a “calm” environment where children feel safe and supported, with “exceptional” personal development preparing them for life beyond school.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “broad and ambitious” with knowledge “coherently sequenced in all subjects,” enabling all pupils, including those with SEND, to build knowledge well.
- Personal development is “exceptional,” with pupils learning to respect cultural diversity and understand their role as “responsible member[s] of their community.”
- Reading provision has improved significantly; “expertly trained staff” now deliver effective phonics lessons, resulting in pupils being “fluent and confident readers.”
- Pupils have “trusting and nurturing relationships” with adults and show respect for each other’s differences, with older pupils acting as supportive play leaders.
- Reception staff are “adept in their verbal interactions,” effectively developing children’s vocabulary and preparing them well for Year 1.
Areas to improve
- The school must provide clear guidance for teachers on checking learning in foundation subjects to help them “precisely identify pupils’ knowledge gaps.”
- Policies and practice regarding SEND are not yet fully embedded, leading to “minor inconsistencies” in implementation that require further staff support.
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 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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