North Cerney Church of England Primary Academy
Cirencester, GL7 7BZ · Gloucestershire · primary school
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68th of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 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 3,317 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2/10 among them, against 6.7/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 41% | 1.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 38.0 · 100 | 25% | 2.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
North Cerney Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 38.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2 out of 10 among them, against 6.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the School Council, Worship Council, Eco Council, and The Kitchen Club, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 43 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the after-school provision? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about North Cerney Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
North Cerney Church of England Primary Academy is described as a place where pupils are ‘safe and happy’ and the community feels ‘like a family’. Leaders maintain high expectations, resulting in good behaviour, improved attendance, and a strong culture of reading and Christian values. The school provides a broad curriculum with tailored support for all pupils, including those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate the school’s Christian values of ‘courage, respect, curiosity and perseverance’ and behave well, with bullying reported as rare.
- Teachers present subject knowledge clearly, using approaches such as ‘point, evidence explain’ in mathematics to consolidate prior learning.
- A ‘strong reading culture’ is established, with phonics taught effectively from Reception and books matched accurately to pupils’ abilities.
- Staff receive robust support for their well-being and workload, with leaders ensuring they have the resources needed to do their jobs.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities quickly receive identified support to access the full curriculum.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, assessment information is not used precisely enough to help pupils secure and build on prior knowledge.
- Pupils need to further develop scientific investigation skills, such as planning and carrying out investigations with greater independence.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, characterised by a ‘strong culture of safeguarding’, meticulous record-keeping, and well-trained staff who respond quickly to concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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