Guildford Grove Primary School
Guildford, GU2 8YD · Surrey · primary school
Check the area around this school
179th of 203 primary schools in Surrey we can score, 296 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 — 2.8/10 against 1,921 of them, against 2.7/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Guildford Grove Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% 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 (2.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in basketball, rugby, cross country, football, netball and gymnastics. Arts and music activities include performances of Mamma Mia, Christmas shows, Guildford Grove’s Got Talent and Grease. A School Council operates, and both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 339 pupils against a stated capacity of 390. 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 support is available for children who need extra help with reading? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Guildford Grove Primary School
Overview
Guildford Grove Primary School continues to be a good school, fostering a "friendly school community" where pupils feel valued and safe. The inspection highlights a "positive and kind ethos" supported by staff who work effectively towards an "ambitious vision," with particular strength in reading and inclusive practices for deaf pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a strong inclusive culture, notably through the integration of the Lighthouse Centre for deaf children and the shared use of British sign language.
- Reading is taught "consistently well," with effective support for those struggling to catch up and a clear focus on technical vocabulary across the curriculum.
- Teachers possess "secure subject knowledge," using effective questioning and modelling to quickly identify and correct misconceptions.
- The curriculum is ambitious and well-adapted, ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs, access the same high expectations.
- Pupils enjoy numerous character-building opportunities, such as clubs, visits, and leadership roles, which reinforce values of tolerance and respect.
Areas to improve
- Assessment in some wider curriculum subjects is not yet fully established, meaning leaders do not routinely know enough about what pupils understand in these areas.
- The school should develop a consistent approach to assessment to identify gaps or misconceptions in learning and address them swiftly.
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 | 49% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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
Saved schools live on this device only — no account, no tracking. Visit the school's website
Loading full school details…
Similar schools nearby
Same area, prioritising the same phase — useful for shortlisting alternatives.
Every school within 2.5 miles of GU2 8YD, with results, demand and deadlines — area report →
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT