Crofton Anne Dale Junior School
Fareham, PO14 3PH · Hampshire · primary school
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207th 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 4,035 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2/10 among them, against 3.2/10 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 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Crofton Anne Dale Junior 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 school recorded 8.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2 out of 10 among them, against 3.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Little Troopers Club, School Choir, or Recorder Group, take guitar lessons, and visit Daedalus airfield or the Gosport Big Sing.
Getting in
The published school roll is 367 pupils against a stated capacity of 384. 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 steps are taken to raise attainment in reading? How does the curriculum balance academic rigour with the practical activities listed?
What Ofsted said about Crofton Anne Dale Junior School
Overview
Crofton Anne Dale Junior School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. The report describes a "caring, compassionate and ambitious" environment where pupils thrive, supported by "exceptional pastoral care" and a strong focus on mental health and well-being.
Strengths
- Staff provide "exceptional pastoral care" and prioritise mental health, resulting in positive behaviour and joyful playtimes.
- Reading is "prioritised highly," with staff well-trained to support struggling pupils, leading to fluent and confident readers.
- Mathematics teaching has been revised to ensure pupils "master essential mathematical concepts more securely" and solve advanced problems.
- The school offers a "wide extra-curricular offer" including drama, music, and sport, alongside excellent support for families and disadvantaged pupils.
- Leadership is described as "excellent," with governors providing strong support and leaders maintaining positive staff morale.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, feedback does not sharply address how pupils can improve; the school should ensure staff provide "precise feedback" to help pupils achieve highly across every subject.
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 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 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.
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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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