Drybrook Primary School
Drybrook, GL17 9JF · Gloucestershire · primary school
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196th 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 — 2.3/10 against 2,100 of them, against 2.2/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 62% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Drybrook Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% 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%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Apollo Judo Club, while sports provision includes mountain biking, archery, and netball.
Getting in
The published school roll is 147 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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 curriculum support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for pupils who have not yet reached the higher standard in their core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Drybrook Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Drybrook Primary School are happy, feel safe, and behave well, with strong foundations in reading and mathematics. However, the quality of education requires improvement because the curriculum in many other subjects lacks clarity and precise planning. While leadership and personal development are rated as good, inconsistencies in teaching across the wider curriculum hinder pupils’ learning in areas such as history and geography.
Strengths
- Pupils arrive with smiles, behave well, and feel that teachers "want the best for them."
- Reading and mathematics teaching is effective, with teachers ensuring pupils learn "step by step" and receive high-quality extra help if they fall behind.
- Staff are skilled at identifying and supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) in core subjects.
- The school fosters an inclusive environment where pupils are "kind to one another" and appreciate differences.
- Trustees have set a clear vision, and there are many opportunities for pupils to try new experiences through clubs and trips.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in many subjects does not identify what pupils need to learn at each stage, leaving teachers ill-equipped to ensure effective learning.
- Teachers sometimes choose "unhelpful activities that hinder learning" due to a lack of clarity about intended outcomes in lessons.
- Some pupils lack fluency in handwriting, which makes it difficult for them to convey their ideas in writing and hinders their engagement in subjects like history.
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 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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