Kiwi Primary School
Salisbury, SP4 9JY · Wiltshire · primary school
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176th of 181 primary schools in Wiltshire we can score, 201 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 — 0.1/10 against 3,809 of them, against 0.6/10 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 | 32.0 · 4 | 62% | 0.22 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kiwi Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 32.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, 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 (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 244 pupils against a stated capacity of 446. 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 interventions are in place to help children reach the higher standard? How does the school monitor progress for pupils with similar backgrounds to the national average?
What Ofsted said about Kiwi Primary School
Overview
The report highlights that the school provides strong pastoral care, particularly for pupils from military families, helping them develop resilience and a sense of belonging. However, significant inconsistencies in teaching quality, behaviour management, and curriculum implementation mean that many pupils struggle to retain knowledge and achieve their potential. While leaders have identified these issues and begun improvements, the school currently requires improvement in most key areas.
Strengths
- Pupils receive "bespoke pastoral care" and feel supported to be "resilient through times of change."
- Personal development is rated Good, with pupils showing a "firm appreciation for diversity" and understanding that discrimination is unacceptable.
- The school offers a "well-planned programme" of clubs and leadership roles, such as school councillors, which fosters pride and responsibility.
- Attendance has reduced over time due to leaders working "constructively with families."
- Staff are "better equipped" to support pupils with complex needs and Education, Health and Care plans.
Areas to improve
- Teaching adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are insufficient, preventing them from learning the curriculum well enough.
- Staff do not apply the behaviour policy consistently, leading to low-level disruption that negatively impacts learning.
- Pupils struggle to remember prior learning because work to close gaps from the previous curriculum is still in its infancy.
- Systems for checking how well the curriculum, including early reading, is taught are in the "early stages of implementation."
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 | 24% |
| 2023/24 | 24% |
| 2024/25 | 32% |
| 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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