English Bicknor Church of England Primary School
Coleford, GL16 7PG · Gloucestershire · primary school
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120th 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 — 5.2/10 against 2,762 of them, against 4.6/10 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) 2023/24 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2023/24 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
English Bicknor Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2023/24, 71% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 63%. The school was rated Good by Ofsted in June 2023. Regarding higher standards, 0% of pupils achieved this, against a national median of 6%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in darts.
Getting in
The published school roll is 48 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading or maths? How does the school plan to maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about English Bicknor Church of England Primary School
Overview
This is a small primary school where “children and families are at the heart of everything they do.” Leaders demonstrate “unrelenting” commitment to providing an ambitious curriculum, resulting in pupils who achieve well and exhibit “outstanding” behaviour and attitudes. The school fosters a supportive environment where staff act as “superb role models” and pupils feel happy, safe, and ready to learn.
Strengths
- Pupils’ “behaviour and attitudes are outstanding,” with children working harmoniously and showing kindness and respect.
- Leaders provide “tremendous pastoral support,” ensuring pupils feel secure and offering inclusive clubs and extra-curricular activities.
- Early reading is taught effectively, with staff receiving training to identify and support pupils at risk of falling behind quickly.
- The school’s Christian foundation underpins character development, helping pupils discuss diverse issues with respect.
- Staff appreciate the focus on their mental health and well-being, and governors hold leaders to account effectively.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is “not fully embedded in all of the wider curriculum subjects,” meaning pupils do not yet gain the planned knowledge needed to achieve well across these areas. Leaders have plans to resolve this rapidly.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where all adults consider safeguarding their responsibility and respond swiftly to concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 33% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| England | 63% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,190 state schools in England we hold a 2023/24 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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