Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School
Malmesbury, SN16 9PG · Wiltshire · primary school
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155th 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 — 0.2/10 against 4,240 of them, against 0.7/10 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 | 33.0 · 4 | 40% | 0.17 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 33.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. 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 (0.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join RockSteady Music, Singing Lessons, French Club, Piano Lessons, Choir, Drama Tots Club, Drama Club, Violin Lessons, Football Coaching, and Guitar Lessons. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 174 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 writing? How does the curriculum balance the wide range of music and drama clubs with core academic subjects?
What Ofsted said about Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School
Overview
Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School is described as a "welcoming and inclusive" institution where pupils are "proud of their school" and feel safe. The report highlights an "ambitious and well structured" curriculum that ensures logical progression in learning, supported by staff who build strong relationships with children. Overall effectiveness is judged as Good, with Outstanding ratings for behaviour and personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "impeccable manners" and "excellent" behaviour, actively managing their emotions through resources like "regulation spaces".
- Early reading is a clear priority; staff use "rigorous assessment" to ensure pupils catch up and learn to read "confidently".
- The curriculum is "ambitious and well structured", breaking down knowledge so pupils build understanding in a "logical way".
- Personal development is impressive, with pupils who "celebrate how everyone is unique" and embrace learning about different faiths and cultures.
- The school maintains "exceptional relationships" with parents and the local community, with governors making a "strong contribution to school improvement".
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is "not always sufficiently demanding", meaning some pupils do not secure a "depth of understanding" or move on to "more complex concepts" when ready.
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 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 33% |
| 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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