Knightlow CofE Primary School
Rugby, CV23 9NF · Warwickshire · primary school
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117th of 161 primary schools in Warwickshire we can score, 196 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 4,266 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2/10 among them, against 3.5/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 62% | 1.17 |
| 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.
Knightlow CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 9.0% achieved 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 2.2 out of 10 among them, against 3.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join KS2 Textiles Club and Photography Club, while sports include swimming and Bikeability. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 214 pupils against a stated capacity of 218. 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? How do the clubs integrate with the wider curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Knightlow CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils describe the school as a “friendly and welcoming” environment where they feel safe due to “warm and nurturing relationships.” The report highlights that pupils “achieve exceptionally well” in core subjects, with an “exceptionally strong start” in the early years. However, the inspection identifies specific weaknesses in the design of foundation subjects and safeguarding record-keeping that require attention.
Strengths
- Early years provision is judged “Outstanding,” with adults prioritising communication and language development.
- The curriculum for English, mathematics, and science is “meticulously planned and sequenced,” ensuring pupils build deep knowledge.
- Staff provide “highly effective support” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enabling them to access the same curriculum.
- Pupils benefit from a “rich range of wider opportunities,” including extra-curricular clubs, trips, and a strong sporting offer.
- Parents are “overwhelmingly positive,” referring to the “Knightlow family” and strong community links.
Areas to improve
- Foundation subjects are “not as well designed and sequenced as they should be,” impacting knowledge retention; subject leaders need support to ensure learning builds sequentially.
- In some foundation subjects, teachers do not use assessment “well enough to check that pupils fully understand what they have been taught,” preventing secure knowledge building.
- Safeguarding record-keeping is not robust; records do not include all discussions, actions, or decisions, though a new system is being implemented.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, but the school must ensure its new recording system is fully implemented so that records include all discussions, actions taken, and decisions made to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 94% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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