Grindleton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Clitheroe, BB7 4QS · Lancashire · primary school
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390th of 448 primary schools in Lancashire we can score, 481 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 — 0.0/10 against 1,801 of them, against 0.4/10 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 | 14.0 · 0 | 40% | 0.02 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 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.
Grindleton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 14.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. 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 (0.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 29 pupils against a stated capacity of 62. 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 literacy? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in maths? How does the small class size affect individual learning plans?
What Ofsted said about Grindleton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Overview
The report describes a "happy school community" where pupils are "welcoming, polite and respectful" and feel safe. Leaders and staff maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning, resulting in a curriculum that is "ambitious for all pupils" and effective teaching strategies that help most students, including those with special educational needs, to achieve well.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "highly positive" attitudes to learning and work hard, producing high-quality work.
- The curriculum is carefully structured with "essential knowledge" clearly set out, and teachers use subject-specific vocabulary effectively.
- Reading is prioritised with consistent phonics delivery and "well-tailored support" for pupils who find learning to read tricky.
- There is a "wide range of enrichment opportunities," including residential visits and charity work, which help pupils develop independence and care for others.
- Leaders and governors form a "united team" that considers staff workload and well-being while continually improving education quality.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, staff subject expertise is insufficient, leading to "uneven" pupil knowledge; leaders must support staff to deliver the curriculum equally well across all subjects.
- Leaders do not promote diversity effectively enough, meaning some pupils do not sufficiently understand or appreciate cultural and religious differences; the curriculum must better teach tolerance and respect.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with staff vigilant in spotting risks and receiving up-to-date training, although pre-employment checks occasionally lack rigour.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 14% |
| 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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