Cranham Church of England Primary School
Gloucester, GL4 8HS · Gloucestershire · primary school
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39th of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 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 3,837 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.3/10 among them, against 7.9/10 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cranham Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.3 out of 10 among them, against 7.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Choir, Dance, Chess, and Music Ensembles, alongside Football, Rugby, and Netball. An after-school club is available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 57 pupils against a stated capacity of 60. 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 the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Cranham Church of England Primary School
Overview
Cranham Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where the values of "courage, compassion and community" permeate all aspects of life. Pupils feel part of a family, enjoy their learning, and benefit from an ambitious, carefully planned curriculum that is highly inclusive. The school fosters a harmonious environment with exceptionally strong relationships between staff and pupils.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "carefully planned" and responsive, with a strong focus on mathematical and reading fluency that helps pupils feel confident and retain information.
- Pupils behave well, feel safe, and are described as "resilient and highly reflective," understanding how to learn from mistakes and engage with wider world issues.
- The school is "highly inclusive," with effective systems ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress and are fully included in school life.
- Early years provision ensures children are well-prepared for key stage 1 through a balance of direct teaching and purposeful play, including joyful "story time."
- Staff present information clearly and ask questions that deepen understanding, while knowledgeable governors drive further improvements to the quality of education.
Areas to improve
- The school must fully embed effective assessment strategies in foundation subjects to ensure it can accurately evaluate the impact of the curriculum and check that all pupils have fully understood what they have learned.
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 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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