Eastcombe Primary School
Stroud, GL6 7EA · Gloucestershire · primary school
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36th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.5/10 against 3,750 of 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Eastcombe Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 49 pupils against a stated capacity of 77. 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 trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about Eastcombe Primary School
Overview
Eastcombe Primary School is described as a “friendly, nurturing and welcoming” institution that has successfully fostered a “family feel.” The report highlights high aspirations for all pupils, supported by a curriculum designed to help them “aim high, believe and achieve.” Overall, the school provides a positive environment where pupils feel happy, safe, and valued, with strong relationships between staff, pupils, and parents.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a “rich, broad and well-sequenced curriculum” that sparks curiosity and enhances knowledge through memorable experiences, such as museum visits.
- Personal development is rated as exceptional, with pupils learning to appreciate diversity, take on responsibilities, and contribute to the wider community through charity and citizenship activities.
- Reading is central to the curriculum; a phonics programme helps pupils become “confident, fluent readers,” with effective support provided for those finding reading difficult.
- Behaviour is excellent, with bullying being rare and pupils displaying “extremely positive attitudes to learning” and resilience when challenges arise.
- Staff are supported to manage their workload and well-being, resulting in a team that “thrive[s]” and creates a positive culture for children.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, the improved curriculum is in its infancy, and assessment is not yet sufficiently developed to ensure pupils routinely build on previous learning.
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 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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