Lift Brockworth
Gloucester, GL3 4JL · Gloucestershire · primary school
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45th of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.0/10 against 1,749 of them, against 7.8/10 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 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lift Brockworth overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 12.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 386 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or projects are planned for the next term? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Lift Brockworth
Overview
Brockworth Primary Academy is rated ‘Good’ for overall effectiveness, reflecting ‘rapid improvement’ since its previous inspection. Leaders have implemented an ‘ambitious curriculum’ that ensures pupils in Key Stage 1 learn English and mathematics proficiently, while fostering a positive culture where pupils ‘talk proudly’ of their school.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate ‘calm and quiet’ behaviour, concentrating well in lessons and responding positively to staff praise.
- The curriculum in English and mathematics is ‘well established’, with teachers using ‘insightful questions’ to build pupils’ knowledge and check understanding.
- Reading is ‘well led’ with a ‘well-structured curriculum’ that helps most pupils progress from sounds to fluent reading.
- Teachers adapt learning effectively for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enabling them to access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Governors provide ‘effective support’, allowing leaders to focus on priorities while maintaining staff well-being and efficient teamwork.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the ‘most important knowledge’ has not been clearly identified, meaning some pupils do not build their knowledge as well as they should.
- A small number of younger pupils struggling to read do not practise sufficiently, holding back their fluency and wider learning; leaders must ensure these pupils receive enough support to ‘catch up swiftly’.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’, with staff appropriately trained and leaders working closely with families and external agencies to support pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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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