Newchurch Primary School
Sandown, PO36 0NL · Isle of Wight · primary school
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15th of 35 primary schools in Isle of Wight we can score, 36 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 the 2,795 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1/10 among them, against 2.8/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| 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.
Newchurch Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1 out of 10 among them, against 2.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 209 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
How does the curriculum support pupils who are working towards the expected standard? What specific support is available for children who need extra help in maths?
What Ofsted said about Newchurch Primary School
Overview
Newchurch Primary School is described as a close-knit community where pupils are “cherished and supported” within an “inclusive approach.” The inspection highlights an “ambitious and bespoke” curriculum driven by five ‘mission possibles’, resulting in “outstanding” personal development and behaviour. While the overall effectiveness is rated as Good, the report notes specific areas requiring refinement in teaching practice and curriculum ambition.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “impressive” behaviour, “wonderful manners” and are “caring and respectful”.
- Personal development is “exceptional”, with pupils being “exceptionally well prepared for secondary school” in areas such as online safety and mental health.
- The phonics programme is “highly ambitious”, enabling pupils to learn to read accurately with skilled staff support.
- The learning environment is “deliberate in its excellent design” to support all pupils, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Early years staff are “highly effective” at promoting children’s curiosity and learning in prime areas.
Areas to improve
- Work for younger pupils is not always ambitious enough, particularly regarding opportunities to practise early writing skills.
- In some subjects, staff do not always check what pupils know and remember before moving on to new content, impacting long-term knowledge retention.
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 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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