Lightwater Village Junior School
Lightwater, GU18 5TS · Surrey · primary school
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133rd of 203 primary schools in Surrey we can score, 296 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 3,930 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3/10 among them, against 4.9/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lightwater Village Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 5.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3 out of 10 among them, against 4.9 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 183 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage the transition for children moving from this junior school to secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Lightwater Village Junior School
Overview
Hammond School continues to be a good school, providing a broad and balanced education where pupils enjoy attending and behave well. The report highlights a well-planned, ambitious curriculum and a harmonious environment where pupils are polite, courteous, and keen to learn.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate high levels of consideration for peers and are "polite and courteous to all," rising to adults’ high expectations.
- The curriculum is "well planned and ambitious," with essential knowledge carefully sequenced to help pupils make strong links between subjects.
- Staff use "secure subject knowledge to break down complex ideas," helping pupils link new learning to prior understanding.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "supported well in lessons to ensure they are able to learn successfully alongside their peers."
- A comprehensive personal development programme ensures pupils develop an "age-appropriate understanding of healthy relationships and staying safe."
Areas to improve
- Assessment routines in a small number of subjects are less well developed, meaning gaps in pupils’ knowledge are not identified quickly enough.
- The rationale behind recent curriculum changes is unclear to some parents, leading to negative views; the school should work to rebuild meaningful relationships with parents and carers.
Safeguarding
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 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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