Hythe Primary School
Staines, TW18 3HD · Surrey · primary school
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175th of 203 primary schools in Surrey we can score, 296 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 — 2.8/10 against 2,483 of them, against 2.7/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hythe Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Future Champs, Karate, Little Tanks Drama, Rock Steady Music, Smart Raspberry Cookery, Marley Dance Academy, and Mad Science clubs, alongside the Daily Mile. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 444 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with their reading or maths?
What Ofsted said about Hythe Primary School
Overview
Hythe Primary School is described as a place where pupils feel like part of ‘one big family’, characterised by ‘warm and nurturing relationships’ and a ‘calm atmosphere’. The inspection highlights a ‘tangible ethos of inclusivity’ and notes that the promotion of personal development is ‘exceptional’, with pupils demonstrating respect for difference and a strong sense of right and wrong.
Strengths
- Leaders have realised their ambitions for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), through a ‘rich curriculum’ where ‘important ideas build over time’.
- Reading is ‘at the heart of the curriculum’, with staff well trained in phonics and providing books ‘well matched to the sounds they know’ to build confidence.
- Teachers possess ‘strong subject knowledge’, explaining concepts clearly and breaking challenging tasks into ‘manageable steps’ while checking understanding continually.
- The provision for pupils with SEND is ‘highly effective’, with leaders identifying needs quickly and teachers ‘expertly adapt[ing] activities’ to ensure progress.
- Governors ‘work effectively’, using information to provide ‘appropriate support and challenge’, while staff feel well supported regarding workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Subject planning is newer in some areas, meaning pupils sometimes lack ‘essential knowledge’ to make sense of new learning; leaders must ensure gaps are filled.
- Policies for addressing persistent absence ‘lack precision’, resulting in staff not dealing with it in a timely manner; leaders should strengthen work with families to reduce absence rates.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders establishing a culture where staff are ‘alert for any signs that pupils may be at risk’ and act quickly to secure help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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