North Nibley CofE Primary School
Wotton-Under-Edge, GL11 6DL · Gloucestershire · primary school
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84th 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 3,775 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.1/10 among them, against 5.7/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
North Nibley CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 18.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.1 out of 10 among them, against 5.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in cricket, rounders, and football, alongside colouring and craft activities. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 106 pupils against a stated capacity of 110. 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 bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about North Nibley CofE Primary School
Overview
North Nibley CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are happy and feel a strong sense of belonging. The school’s vision to “inspire and celebrate learning, achievement, faith and fun” is evident, with leaders being ambitious for every pupil and staff meeting individual needs effectively. Consequently, the school is described as a place where pupils thrive, supported by positive relationships and a curriculum that prioritises reading and personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils are courteous, motivated, and bullying rarely occurs; when it does, staff address it quickly.
- Leaders have precisely planned the curriculum in most subjects, such as physical education, allowing pupils to build confidence and skills over time.
- Pupils’ confidence and ability in writing have increased, resulting in “high-quality pieces” inspired by real-world experiences.
- Reading is well prioritised; staff are well trained to identify gaps in phonic knowledge, and pupils “learn to read well.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and learn a broad curriculum alongside peers, with most achieving well.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must identify the essential knowledge pupils need to learn in all subjects, as curriculum development in history and geography is at an earlier stage.
- Leaders need to ensure all staff have the expertise to support pupils to reason and problem-solve successfully in mathematics, addressing current inconsistencies.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to identify concerns, leaders making quick decisions, and pupils taught how to stay safe, including online.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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