Ludlow Junior School
Southampton, SO19 2DW · Southampton · primary school
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11th of 45 primary schools in Southampton we can score, 55 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 — 7.4/10 against 1,710 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 62% | 3.32 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 38% | 2.72 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ludlow 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, 11.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Book Club, Art Club, Photography, and Creative Writing, alongside sports like Football, Swimming, and Gymnastics. The school offers Theatre Kidz and Street Dance, with trips to Hooke Court and Fairthorne Manor. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 579 pupils against a stated capacity of 600. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Aspire Maths and Aspire Reading clubs?
What Ofsted said about Ludlow Junior School
Overview
Ludlow Junior School is described as a “calm, orderly and purposeful” community where staff and pupils build positive relationships. The report highlights that pupils are treated as individuals and demonstrate behaviours embodying values such as “patience, friendship and determination.” Overall, the school provides a high-quality education where pupils achieve well and leave ready for secondary school.
Strengths
- The curriculum sets out essential knowledge in a “clear and logical way,” enabling pupils to recall prior learning and use technical vocabulary confidently.
- Reading and writing are central to the curriculum, with staff delivering the phonics programme well and providing “strong support” for those struggling to read fluently.
- The school effectively identifies and supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they achieve well through appropriate adaptations.
- Personal development is a strength, with a well-structured programme teaching online safety and relationships, helping pupils grow into “responsible, well-developed citizens.”
- Staff feel “valued and proud” to work at the school, appreciating support for their career development, well-being, and workload.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure staff have the skills to explain new knowledge and design learning activities “fully effectively,” as some pupils currently do not learn key knowledge as precisely as they could.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 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
—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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