Heatherside Junior School
Fleet, GU52 7TH · Hampshire · primary school
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86th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,836 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9/10 among them, against 6.2/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 62% | 3.86 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 38% | 2.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Heatherside Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 9.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9 out of 10 among them, against 6.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a wide range of activities, including Sewing, Chess, Coding, Hockey, Judo, Choir, and Dance. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available to support families.
Getting in
The published school roll is 380 pupils against a stated capacity of 384. 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 curriculum support pupils who do not reach the higher standard? What are the typical timetables for the breakfast and after-school clubs?
What Ofsted said about Heatherside Junior School
Overview
Heatherside Junior School is described as an "inclusive and welcoming" institution where pupils are "happy" and feel safe. The report highlights a "strong sense of community and belonging," with staff prioritising relationships and providing "highly effective" pastoral support.
Strengths
- Personal development is "remarkable," with an "expertly developed" curriculum that prepares pupils well for life in modern Britain.
- Behaviour and attitudes are "exemplary," characterised by "joyful" social times and mutual kindness among pupils.
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with teachers who are "trained well" and present information logically.
- Reading is a "top priority," resulting in pupils who are "avid readers" with a clear "love of books."
- The school is "highly inclusive," ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the same "rich education" as their peers.
Areas to improve
- In a "minority of subjects," the school has not yet refined the deeper knowledge required, making it harder for some pupils to build "deeper understanding." The school should continue refining the curriculum to ensure important knowledge is clear.
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 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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