Fordingbridge Junior School
Fordingbridge, SP6 1HJ · Hampshire · primary school
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168th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 4.1/10 against 3,379 of them, against 4.2/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fordingbridge Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 217 pupils against a stated capacity of 256. 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 trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in day-to-day teaching?
What Ofsted said about Fordingbridge Junior School
Overview
Fordingbridge Junior School is described as a place where pupils feel safe, happy, and welcome, supported by "warm and positive relationships" with staff. The school’s core values are deeply embedded in daily life, fostering a community where bullying is rare and pupils demonstrate exceptional personal development and behaviour.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "Outstanding" behaviour and attitudes, remaining calm, orderly, and highly focused on their work.
- Personal development is "exceptional," with pupils developing strong character traits and leadership skills through various school roles.
- Reading is a high priority, with a well-embedded phonics scheme helping pupils catch up and access a wide range of books.
- Staff know pupils "exceptionally well," enabling them to support individual needs and manage behaviour challenges with confidence.
- Leaders are "highly ambitious" and passionate, ensuring staff feel well supported and that the curriculum is broad and rich.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, such as religious education and geography, key knowledge is not yet clearly remembered or embedded by pupils.
- The curriculum does not ensure pupils develop subject-specific knowledge deeply over time in all areas; leaders should ensure it enables "deep, cumulative knowledge" across all subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders ensuring it is everyone’s responsibility and that staff receive necessary training to support pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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