Meppershall Church of England Academy
Shefford, SG17 5LZ · Central Bedfordshire · primary school
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27th of 36 primary schools in Central Bedfordshire we can score, 95 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.2/10 against 3,892 of them, against 0.6/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 30.0 · 3 | 40% | 0.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Meppershall Church of England Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 30.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 238 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
Since the 2024 inspection rated the school Good, what specific improvements have been made to support reading and writing since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Meppershall Church of England Academy
Overview
The report describes a school where “pupils are happy” and “enjoy attending school,” demonstrating strong relationships and pride in school values. Leaders have worked hard to ensure pupils “love learning” following considerable recent changes, resulting in a “broad and ambitious curriculum” that supports effective teaching and high standards in most subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “strong relationships” with staff and peers, following clear behavioural expectations and striving for positive rewards.
- Teachers use subject knowledge well in most subjects, revisiting important knowledge regularly to ensure pupils “remember it” and make strong progress.
- Phonics is taught well from Reception, with staff regularly checking progress so pupils receive swift help and “progress well with their reading.”
- The school identifies the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “quickly and effectively,” ensuring they access the curriculum successfully.
- Pupils gain independence and confidence, with older pupils successfully navigating a separate site and engaging in a broad personal development programme.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, new curriculum plans are “not yet fully in place,” meaning teachers are less effective at building on previous knowledge.
- Governors and trustees have not had “clear oversight of the whole school,” leading to inconsistencies in the quality of education provided.
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 | 31% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 30% |
| 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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