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Hurstbourne Tarrant Church of England Primary School

Andover, SP11 0AX · Hampshire · primary school

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Mixed Primary Church of England
3.8/10 Broadly average

213rd 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.

Narrow the comparison to the 4,185 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.3/10 among them, against 3.8/10 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 54.0 · 26 62% 1.59
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 8.0 · 57 38% 2.19

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

Hurstbourne Tarrant Church of England Primary School overview

How it's doing

In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 8.0% 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 2.3 out of 10 among them, against 3.8 out of 10 nationally.

Getting in

The published school roll is 99 pupils against a stated capacity of 109. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in reading?

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What Ofsted said about Hurstbourne Tarrant Church of England Primary School

Inspection report dated 26 June 2025

Overview

Pupils are "proud to belong to this inclusive school" where they "rise to the school’s high expectations" for academic and wider achievements. The inspection highlights "warm and trusting relationships with staff" and a "strong ethos of mutual respect and trust" that ensures pupils feel safe and supported.

Strengths

  • Pupils display "positive attitudes to learning" and produce high-quality work, supported by "enthusiastic" staff.
  • The provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a "strength," with needs identified "quickly and accurately" and effective support strategies implemented.
  • Phonics teaching is delivered "expertly," ensuring children learn to read fluently from Reception, with extra support for those who struggle.
  • Personal development is described as the "hallmark of the school’s provision," fostering "character, confidence and resilience" through trips, leadership roles, and community contributions.
  • Staff feel "valued" and "inspired by the vision of the school," working well together as a "unified team."

Areas to improve

  • Curriculum design and assessment in some foundation subjects are "not as refined as they could be," meaning pupils "do not learn as well as they could in these areas."
  • Checks on the impact of the school’s work "lack the precision needed," preventing accurate oversight of strengths and weaknesses and hindering focused improvement strategies.

Safeguarding

The report states that "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
54%
2024/25
Higher standard
8%
2024/25
Demand
×0.93
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
11%
vs 25% across England

Results over time

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

93% 2022/23
45% 2023/24
54% 2024/25
64% England
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) for Hurstbourne Tarrant Church of England Primary School
YearExpected standard (reading, writing, maths)
2022/2393%
2023/2445%
2024/2554%
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.

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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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