Hugo Meynell CofE (VC) Primary School
Market Drayton, TF9 4NU · Staffordshire · primary school
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51st of 217 primary schools in Staffordshire we can score, 310 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 4,209 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1/10 among them, against 6.9/10 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 | 62% | 4.51 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 38% | 2.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hugo Meynell CofE (VC) 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%. A further 9.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1 out of 10 among them, against 6.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a tennis club and participate in sports including Kin Ball, Valor Ju-Jitsu, RugbyFest, Boogie Bounce, Skip2BFit, Boxing, and Tough Runner. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 pupils against a stated capacity of 234. 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 yet meeting expected standards in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How are the various sports clubs scheduled to avoid conflicts with other commitments?
What Ofsted said about Hugo Meynell CofE (VC) Primary School
Overview
Hugo Meynell CofE (VC) Primary School is described as a "caring school" where "strong relationships between staff and pupils create an environment where pupils feel safe and happy." The report highlights "exceptional behaviour" and a curriculum that is "ambitious and engaging," resulting in pupils who are "well prepared for their secondary education."
Strengths
- Pupils display "exemplary" behaviour, striving to live out values such as "respect, fairness, resilience, forgiveness, honesty, love and care."
- The early years provision is outstanding, with children making "impressive gains" in writing and learning phonics from the start.
- Personal development is "at the heart of the school’s work," with pupils taking on roles like play leaders and school councillors to develop responsibility.
- Leaders and governors have a "clear and shared vision," ensuring staff feel valued and workload is considered.
- Pupils become "fluent and expressive readers," supported by initiatives like ‘Reading cafés’ and storytelling sessions.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, activities do not link closely enough to intended learning, meaning "some pupils’ learning is variable and their knowledge is not always deepening over time."
- The approach to teaching writing is inconsistent; some pupils’ understanding of grammar, punctuation, spelling, handwriting and editing is "not secure," hindering their ability to write well.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 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
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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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