Deerhurst and Apperley Church of England Primary School
Gloucester, GL19 4DQ · Gloucestershire · primary school
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2nd 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.3/10 against 3,942 of them, against 9.3/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 40% | 3.62 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 27.0 · 97 | 25% | 2.42 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Deerhurst and Apperley Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 27.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2023. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.3 out of 10 either way).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Camp Kindness, Drama & Performance Club, football, multisports, scooting, and table tennis. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 87 pupils against a stated capacity of 84. 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
What specific support is provided for pupils aiming for the higher standard? How is the after-school club structured to support learning?
What Ofsted said about Deerhurst and Apperley Church of England Primary School
Overview
The report confirms that Deerhurst and Apperley Church of England Primary School “continues to be an outstanding school.” It describes a setting where “pupils flourish” and are “proud to be part of it,” supported by staff who “care deeply” and maintain high expectations. The inspection highlights a strong community spirit, with parents describing the school as “truly special” and noting the exceptional care and thought invested in every child’s experience.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve “extremely well” across all subjects, with work of a “consistently high standard” and strong retention of knowledge from previous years.
- The curriculum is “aspirational” and meticulously planned, ensuring pupils learn “the right content at the right time” and make links between different subjects.
- Reading is a clear priority; staff ensure every pupil becomes a “fluent reader by the end of key stage 1” and promote a genuine “love of reading.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “enjoy the same curriculum as their classmates,” with staff adapting work carefully to ensure they “achieve well.”
- A “diverse range of wider opportunities,” including music and outdoor education, helps develop pupils’ interests, skills, and “cultural capital.”
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with leaders creating a “strong culture of safeguarding” where staff are well trained to notice concerns and respond swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 88% |
| 2023/24 | 90% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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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