Cherhill CofE School
Calne, SN11 8XX · Wiltshire · primary school
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123rd of 181 primary schools in Wiltshire we can score, 201 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 0.8/10 among them, against 2.1/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cherhill CofE School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 3.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8 out of 10 among them, against 2.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego and arts and crafts clubs, with both breakfast and after-school clubs available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 205 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 specific strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How does the school manage the transition for children moving from Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Cherhill CofE School
Overview
Cherhill C of E School is described as a successful institution where values such as "honesty, empathy and respect for all" permeate the culture. Pupils are "curious and keen to learn," displaying "exemplary" conduct and forming positive relationships with staff who maintain high expectations. The school provides a "friendly" environment where children feel safe and valued.
Strengths
- Behaviour is "Outstanding," with pupils being "particularly well mannered and polite" and following rules consistently.
- Early years provision is "exceptional," with staff supporting language development and ensuring children "learn to read from the moment they start school."
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," carefully designed to meet diverse needs and provide a "secure foundation for future learning" in subjects like mathematics.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "well supported," allowing them to learn the same curriculum as their classmates.
- Staff form "positive, respectful relationships" with pupils, who describe the school as a place where they feel "valued" and have "complete confidence in trusted adults."
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, assessment lacks precision, leading to gaps in knowledge that "hinders their progression through the curriculum."
- Pupils’ understanding of cultures different to their own is "underdeveloped," as the school has not considered well enough how to improve this aspect of personal development.
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 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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