Knightwood Primary School
Eastleigh, SO53 4HW · Hampshire · primary school
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163rd 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 2,587 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.6/10 among them, against 4.7/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 62% | 3.18 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 38% | 1.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Knightwood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.6 out of 10 among them, against 4.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 395 pupils against a stated capacity of 405. 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 activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Knightwood Primary School
Overview
Knightwood Primary School is described as a place where "relationships between adults and pupils are warm" and there is a "culture of respect." The report highlights an "ambitious curriculum" that is "broad, interesting and engaging," with particular praise for the "exemplary" thoroughness of the Reception Year curriculum. Pupils are characterised as thoughtful learners who "love coming to school" and demonstrate high attendance and enthusiasm for their education.
Strengths
- Early years provision is judged Outstanding, with an ethos of "nothing left to chance" and highly effective curriculum design.
- Teachers are "experts in early reading," ensuring pupils learn to read "fluently and with confidence" through matched phonics and diverse texts.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "learn well" and are supported effectively with skilfully adapted activities.
- There is a strong focus on personal development, where "differences are celebrated" and pupils have a mature understanding of protected characteristics.
- Governors show "great commitment" and work effectively with leaders to continually develop the school’s work.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, the curriculum lacks clear connections between prior and new knowledge, meaning pupils do not develop the necessary "depth of knowledge."
- The school must ensure the curriculum "clearly identifies the knowledge and skills that pupils should build over time" to improve long-term retention.
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 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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