Measham Church of England Primary School
Swadlincote, DE12 7LG · Leicestershire · primary school
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98th of 215 primary schools in Leicestershire we can score, 231 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 — 5.4/10 against 2,668 of them, against 4.7/10 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 | 54.0 · 26 | 62% | 1.59 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 38% | 3.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Measham Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 14.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 176 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Measham Church of England Primary School
Overview
Measham Church of England Primary School is described as a "welcoming school" where pupils feel "safe, nurtured and valued." While behaviour, personal development, and early years provision are rated Good, the quality of education requires improvement because pupils, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those struggling with reading, do not yet learn the curriculum as well as they should.
Strengths
- Pupils are "polite and courteous," following instructions straightaway and showing care for one another.
- "Pastoral support is a notable strength," with trained staff helping pupils manage anxieties to settle quickly.
- The curriculum is "ambitious and interesting," with logical planning to build knowledge over time.
- Personal development is strong, emphasising "physical and emotional well-being" and Christian values.
- Children in the early years get a "strong start," with effective support for speech and language.
Areas to improve
- Individual support plans for pupils with SEND do not always precisely consider their needs or clearly set out classroom support.
- Some staff lack the expertise to adapt the curriculum, leading to tasks that are too complex for pupils’ current knowledge.
- Teachers do not systematically check pupils’ understanding, allowing misconceptions to embed and hindering secure 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 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 36% |
| 2024/25 | 54% |
| 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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