Hook Junior School
Hook, RG27 9NN · Hampshire · primary school
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4th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.4/10 against 4,242 of them, against 9.3/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 23.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.37 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hook Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 23.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in July 2023. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a wide range of activities, including gardening, chess, judo, gymnastics, and musical theatre. The school also offers a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 467 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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
With 13 places currently available, how does the school manage waiting lists for specific entry years? How does the curriculum support pupils who reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining from other schools?
What Ofsted said about Hook Junior School
Overview
Hook Junior School continues to be an outstanding school, where leaders expect the best for and from every pupil. The report highlights a culture of high expectations, where staff support and challenge pupils to meet ambitious learning goals, resulting in very high achievement across the school.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve very highly, acquiring the necessary knowledge and vocabulary through a clear curriculum sequence designed for long-term retention.
- Teachers explain ideas clearly and use ‘pre-teach’ sessions to provide specific input for pupils who need it most, boosting understanding and confidence.
- Reading is a priority, with daily guided reading and targeted support enabling weaker readers to catch up swiftly and pupils to become discerning readers.
- Pupils behave impeccably and feel safe, supported by respectful relationships and clear systems to address worries or bullying.
- Leaders have proactively addressed staff workload issues, and governors actively monitor safeguarding and support staff pressures.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders creating a culture that promotes and values safeguarding, ensuring staff can identify vulnerable pupils and work effectively with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 81% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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