Manor Field Junior School
Basingstoke, RG22 4DH · Hampshire · primary school
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68th of 300 primary schools in Hampshire we can score, 420 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 — 8.6/10 against 1,730 of them, against 7.3/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Manor Field Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 13.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 214 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 in reaching the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school manage transitions between key stages?
What Ofsted said about Manor Field Junior School
Overview
Manor Field Junior School continues to be a good school, providing a safe and nurturing environment where pupils are motivated and achieve well. The report highlights a strong ethos of equality and diversity, with pupils demonstrating high levels of maturity and respect for difference.
Strengths
- Pupils are described as "motivated, curious learners" who appreciate interesting activities and achieve well, including disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- The curriculum is generally "well-structured" and "logically sequenced," particularly in mathematics where pupils "incrementally build on previous learning."
- Speaking, reading, and writing are strong priorities, supported by a "wide range of texts" and a "well-considered writing curriculum" that fosters fluency and flair.
- Behaviour is "very strong," with clear routines creating a calm environment where disruption to learning is "extremely rare."
- Staff benefit from regular training and have "strong subject knowledge," while leaders show consideration for staff workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, the curriculum is not designed as precisely as in the strongest subjects because "the most important knowledge has not been identified clearly."
- The school should ensure that the curriculum across all subjects is designed as precisely as in the strongest to help pupils develop strong foundations for new learning.
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 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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