Burghclere Primary School
Newbury, RG20 9HT · Hampshire · primary school
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11th 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 3,445 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.0/10 among them, against 8.5/10 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 | 90.0 · 98 | 62% | 6.00 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 38% | 2.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burghclere Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 90.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.0 out of 10 among them, against 8.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Burghclere School Band.
Getting in
The published school roll is 95 pupils against a stated capacity of 119. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in the school band?
What Ofsted said about Burghclere Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Burghclere Primary School benefit from an “ambitious curriculum” designed for all to succeed, with strong support for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The school fosters a positive environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and proud of their achievements, underpinned by clear values and high staff morale.
Strengths
- The curriculum is clearly structured to build knowledge over time, with teachers possessing “strong subject knowledge” and effectively checking for misconceptions.
- Reading is a high priority; staff receive “high-quality phonics training,” ensuring pupils read at age-appropriate levels and develop a “love of reading.”
- Pupils with SEND receive accurate identification of needs and “personalised support,” enabling them to access the whole curriculum and build knowledge.
- Behaviour is well-managed through a consistent policy and “golden rules,” while attendance systems help overcome barriers for families.
- Personal development is of “high quality,” with pupils learning about health, diversity, and global links through roles like “play leaders” and “junior road safety officers.”
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, activity choices do not provide sufficient opportunity for pupils to apply learned knowledge, preventing them from securing a “deeper understanding.” The school should embed strategies across the curriculum to address this.
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 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 90% |
| 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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