Chieveley Primary School
Newbury, RG20 8TY · West Berkshire · primary school
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50th 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 4,049 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.5/10 among them, against 1.4/10 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 | 62% | 1.00 |
| 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.
Chieveley Primary 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%. 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 0.5 out of 10 among them, against 1.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Choir, Running Club, Cheer Club, and Forest School, alongside Judo, Street Dance, Football, and Netball. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 164 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 core subjects? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in the higher standard? How does the Forest School curriculum integrate with the main timetable?
What Ofsted said about Chieveley Primary School
Overview
Chieveley Primary School is described as a “welcoming and friendly community” where pupils feel safe and form strong relationships with staff. The inspection found that the school delivers a broad curriculum with skill and enthusiasm, resulting in most pupils enjoying their education and learning well over time.
Strengths
- The reading curriculum is a “particular strength,” delivered by well-trained staff using a “highly systematic approach” to ensure pupils become confident readers.
- Pupils demonstrate good behaviour, responding well to high expectations and taking pride in demonstrating values such as “resilience, reflection, resourcefulness, risk-taking and relationships.”
- Personal development is supported by a “broad and comprehensive” curriculum covering topics from healthy eating to online safety, preparing pupils for life in modern Britain.
- Leaders and governors know the school well and have effectively identified areas for development within their planning.
Areas to improve
- The school must adopt a more systematic approach to identifying the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and provide timely adaptations to teaching.
- Leaders should prioritise efforts to improve pupils’ mathematical fluency, as the current focus is not always sufficient for pupils to recall facts like multiplication tables quickly.
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 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 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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