Manorfield Primary and Nursery School
Horley, RH6 8AL · Surrey · primary school
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71st 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.2/10 against 1,958 of them, against 6.9/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Manorfield Primary and Nursery 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%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 233 pupils against a stated capacity of 300. 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 available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Manorfield Primary and Nursery School
Overview
Manorfield Primary and Nursery School is described as a place where pupils are “happy, confident individuals” who “thoroughly enjoy school.” The inspection highlights an “inspirational” leadership team that fosters a strong sense of community and high expectations for behaviour. While the overall effectiveness is rated Good, the school excels in behaviour and personal development, which are both rated Outstanding.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “excellent” behaviour, showing “consistently high levels of concentration and motivation” and a deep understanding of school values.
- Reading is taught with “precision,” ensuring pupils become “confident readers” through well-matched books and accurate phonics instruction.
- The curriculum effectively supports pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, with key vocabulary helping them “access the curriculum alongside their peers.”
- Personal development is “exceptional,” with pupils demonstrating “well-considered opinions about sustainability and social justice.”
- Staff feel supported by leaders who manage workload effectively and prioritise professional development through “coaching and mentoring.”
Areas to improve
- Curriculum progression in some foundation subjects from early years to Year 1 has “not been considered carefully enough,” leading to unnecessary repetition.
- Assessment methods in foundation subjects are “not fully developed,” meaning teachers do not always check if pupils are secure in their learning before planning next steps.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with staff who are “alert, take concerns seriously and report them swiftly,” and leaders who are “extremely knowledgeable about the community and any local safeguarding risks.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 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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