Himbleton CofE Primary School and Nursery
Droitwich, WR9 7LE · Worcestershire · primary school
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43rd of 113 primary schools in Worcestershire we can score, 180 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 1,727 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.0/10 among them, against 5.4/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Himbleton CofE Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. A higher 9.0% achieved the higher standard, compared to the 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 3.0 out of 10 among them, against 5.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Pottery and Clay, Cookery, Arts and Crafts, Bracelet Making, Hockey, Dodgeball, and Bat and Ball Skills clubs. Trips include swimming lessons, a Shakespeare workshop in Stratford-upon-Avon, and a Nature in Art museum visit. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 95 pupils against a stated capacity of 98. 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? How does the curriculum integrate the local heritage, such as the visit to St Mary Magdalene Church?
What Ofsted said about Himbleton CofE Primary School and Nursery
Overview
Himbleton CofE Primary School and Nursery is rated as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories. The report describes a ‘caring, family-like atmosphere’ where pupils feel safe and benefit from a ‘well structured’ curriculum that supports progress from Reception to Year 6.
Strengths
- The curriculum provides ‘breadth, depth and coherence’, with teachers planning learning to ensure pupils ‘build up their knowledge step by step’.
- Early years provision is effective, with a ‘strong focus on early reading, phonics and mathematics’ that prepares children well for key stage 1.
- Staff manage mixed-age classes effectively, ensuring work ‘matches pupils’ ages and needs’ while maintaining high standards of behaviour.
- Leaders identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) ‘early and with precision’, adapting activities so they can access the full curriculum.
- Pupils develop as ‘well-rounded individuals’ through outdoor activities, clubs, and learning about ‘democracy, diversity, tolerance and healthy relationships’.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure assessment systems are consistent across all subjects to help teachers ‘identify and address misconceptions and gaps in learning’.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with staff receiving up-to-date training and leaders taking ‘swift action’ to support families and work with external agencies when pupils are at risk.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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