Highley Community Primary School
Bridgnorth, WV16 6EH · Shropshire · primary school
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68th of 97 primary schools in Shropshire we can score, 127 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 — 1.8/10 against 2,737 of them, against 2.1/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| 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.
Highley Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% 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%. 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 (1.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 234 pupils against a stated capacity of 287. 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 not reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific steps are taken to improve attainment in reading, writing and maths?
What Ofsted said about Highley Community Primary School
Overview
Highley Community Primary School continues to be a good school, where leaders maintain high expectations for all pupils. The curriculum is carefully planned to focus on local history and community engagement, fostering enthusiasm and personal development. Staff work collaboratively, and governors effectively support and challenge school leaders.
Strengths
- The school prioritises reading, with early phonics instruction and a library managed by enthusiastic pupil ambassadors.
- Pupils demonstrate strong knowledge retention, making detailed links between subjects such as history and geography.
- Behaviour is generally good, with calm lessons and effective support for pupils managing their emotions.
- The curriculum includes enrichment activities, such as choir performances and ‘bags of kindness’, which enhance personal development.
- Staff appreciate the supportive leadership, approachable management, and consideration given to workload.
Areas to improve
- The school should further develop engagement with families to address negative views some parents hold about behaviour.
- Leaders must continue working with families to promote the importance of attendance, as irregular attendance limits some pupils’ learning.
- The school should develop strategies to help pupils become increasingly independent learners, reducing reliance on adults during lessons.
Safeguarding
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 | 49% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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