Carisbrooke Church of England Controlled Primary School
Newport, PO30 5QT · Isle of Wight · primary school
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9th of 35 primary schools in Isle of Wight we can score, 36 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 — 5.4/10 against 2,690 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Carisbrooke Church of England Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 351 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific trips are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about Carisbrooke Church of England Controlled Primary School
Overview
Carisbrooke Church of England Controlled Primary School is described as an inclusive environment where pupils feel safe and valued. The report highlights a "positive learning culture" and "strong nurturing relationships" between staff and pupils, resulting in a harmonious atmosphere. Overall effectiveness is judged as Good, with personal development rated as Outstanding.
Strengths
- Pupils’ personal development is "exceptional," with a strong understanding of social media risks, well-being, and the impact of their actions on others.
- The curriculum is "ambitiously planned" with carefully sequenced knowledge in most subjects, providing a "strong foundation for learning" from the early years.
- Reading is central to the curriculum; staff deliver the early reading programme effectively, helping pupils become "fluent and expressive readers."
- Assessment in core subjects is used well to track progress and identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) for tailored support.
- Governors provide "effective challenge and support," and collaborative work across the federation offers valuable professional development for staff.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, essential learning has not been identified as clearly, preventing some pupils from building on prior learning effectively.
- Assessment expectations in foundation subjects are new and not yet established, making it unclear what knowledge pupils have retained; teachers need to use these processes confidently to identify gaps.
Safeguarding
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 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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