Hatherop Church of England Primary School
Nr Cirencester, GL7 3NA · Gloucestershire · primary school
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31st 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 the 2,448 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.1/10 among them, against 8.3/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hatherop Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 15.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.1 out of 10 among them, against 8.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in tag rugby, football, tennis, cross country running, netball, rounders, cricket, and hockey. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 81 pupils against a stated capacity of 84. 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 activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school manage the transition for children moving from Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Hatherop Church of England Primary School
Overview
Hatherop Church of England Primary School continues to be a "good school," described as "nurturing" and "at the heart of its community." Pupils feel "safe, cared for and supported," with staff who know them well and foster confidence. The school maintains high expectations for behaviour and learning, though specific improvements are required in curriculum breadth and governance oversight.
Strengths
- Staff create an "ambitious curriculum" where knowledge and skills "build over time," particularly benefiting pupils in mixed-age classes.
- Teachers present information clearly, check understanding effectively, and help pupils correct mistakes, ensuring long-term retention.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "well understood" and complete the same curriculum as their peers.
- Behaviour is generally calm and orderly, with leaders using a "restorative approach" to resolve incidents effectively.
- Early years staff skilfully introduce phonics, ensuring children get a "good start in reading."
Areas to improve
- The curriculum must include a "greater breadth of literature" so pupils read more widely, as the current lack of variety "limits their love of reading."
- Governors need to secure better information to "support and challenge the school effectively," as their current understanding of some aspects of school work is not secure.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with staff receiving necessary training and appropriate checks being made on adults working at the school.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 90% |
| 2023/24 | 82% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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
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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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