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Holy Trinity Church of England (Aided) School

Marlow, SL7 3AG · Buckinghamshire · primary school

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Ofsted: Outstanding · 2024 Inspected 2 years ago Mixed Primary Church of England
7.9/10 Above average

16th of 142 primary schools in Buckinghamshire we can score, 182 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 3,647 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.9/10 among them, against 7.0/10 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 71.0 · 68 40% 2.73
Ofsted 96 35% 3.37
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 12.0 · 74 25% 1.85

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

Holy Trinity Church of England (Aided) School overview

How it's doing

In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 12.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.9 out of 10 among them, against 7.0 out of 10 nationally.

Beyond the classroom

Pupils can join the Funky Textiles Craft Club, participate in Complete Sports, Youth Moves, Tiger Gymnastic Academy, First Soccer, Judo, and Quidditch, and attend an after-school club.

Getting in

The published school roll is 351 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Outstanding rating across all key stages?

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What Ofsted said about Holy Trinity Church of England (Aided) School

Inspection report dated 18 July 2024

Overview

Pupils “flourish at this warm and nurturing school,” where they “embrace learning and achieve exceptionally well across subjects.” The report describes a “vibrant and positive” community characterised by “exemplary” behaviour and “exceptional” personal development, with leaders maintaining a “considered approach” to continuous improvement.

Strengths

  • The curriculum is “ambitious and highly effective,” with knowledge “carefully organised” to ensure pupils develop “high levels of understanding.”
  • Teaching of reading is “exceptional,” supported by “superbly designed daily reading catch-up sessions” for those who struggle.
  • Staff possess “expert knowledge,” using it to develop “subject specific vocabulary” and check understanding via “well-considered questions.”
  • Pupils demonstrate “highly positive attitudes to learning,” presenting work with pride and feeling comfortable sharing their thinking.
  • Personal development is “exceptional,” with pupils becoming “confident and resilient citizens” through roles like “school ambassadors and eco-warriors.”

Areas to improve

  • The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
71%
2024/25
Higher standard
12%
2024/25
Free school meals
8%
vs 25% across England

Results over time

Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.

74% 2022/23
48% 2023/24
71% 2024/25
64% England
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) for Holy Trinity Church of England (Aided) School
YearExpected standard (reading, writing, maths)
2022/2374%
2023/2448%
2024/2571%
England64%

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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