Hempsted Church of England Primary School
Gloucester, GL2 5LH · Gloucestershire · primary school
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42nd 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.7/10 against 3,004 of them, against 7.9/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hempsted Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 17.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 212 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 manage class sizes when the roll exceeds the official capacity? What specific support is available for pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard in maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing an over-capacity intake?
What Ofsted said about Hempsted Church of England Primary School
Overview
Hempsted Church of England Primary School is described as a ‘friendly, safe and welcoming’ environment where pupils ‘enjoy learning’. Leaders have established a ‘nurturing environment’ that fosters strong community ties and high staff morale. The school maintains a ‘Good’ overall effectiveness rating, reflecting consistent quality across education, behaviour, and leadership.
Strengths
- Reading is central to the curriculum, with children developing ‘confidence and fluency’ through well-matched books and timely support.
- Pupils exhibit strong values such as ‘compassion, thankfulness and friendship’, resulting in calm lessons where bullying is rare.
- The curriculum in many subjects is well-sequenced, allowing pupils to gain deep knowledge, such as in history and art.
- Staff provide effective pastoral support, which parents describe as ‘second to none’, helping children ‘grow as individuals’.
- Leaders offer diverse personal development opportunities, including sports clubs and cultural visits, promoting inclusivity and confidence.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the curriculum lacks clear sequencing of essential knowledge, limiting pupils’ depth of understanding compared to other areas.
- Children in the early years do not receive enough opportunities to apply their phonic knowledge to writing, restricting their progress in early writing skills.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’, with secure systems in place, well-trained staff, and swift action to secure help for pupils at risk.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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