Longney Church of England Primary Academy
Gloucester, GL2 3SL · Gloucestershire · primary school
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70th 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 — 7.9/10 against 2,240 of them, against 6.5/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 25.0 · 96 | 25% | 2.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Longney Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 25.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the KNEX Challenge and Tag Rugby. Trips include visits to Chedworth Roman Villa, Cotswold Wildlife Park, Techniquest, and a Wholly Gelato outing.
Getting in
The published school roll is 62 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 does a typical day look like for the Swifts’ class during their Techniquest trip? How does the KNEX Challenge club integrate with the wider curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Longney Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
Longney Church of England Primary Academy is described as a "welcoming and inclusive school at the heart of its local community" where pupils are "happy and safe." The report confirms that the school continues to be good, noting that children in the early years get off to a "strong start" and staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious for all pupils" with "careful thought" given to sequencing, allowing most pupils to "build knowledge and skills effectively over time."
- Reading is a priority; the phonics programme ensures pupils "quickly learn letters and sounds," with staff providing rapid support if children fall behind.
- Behaviour is high quality, with "recent changes to the behaviour policy" having a "positive impact" and bullying being "rare."
- Staff are "knowledgeable" about supporting pupils with SEND, adapting learning effectively and working with specialist services.
- Pupils enjoy a "wide range of clubs and activities," including sports, arts, and a "popular chess club," fostering a sense of pride and belonging.
Areas to improve
- The trust must ensure gaps in pupils’ writing knowledge are "quickly filled," as many struggle with "letter formation, writing sentences and completing extended writing tasks."
- The trust must ensure staff are "well trained to implement all areas of the curriculum well," as some newer content is introduced before pupils’ knowledge is "securely embedded."
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 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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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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