Otterbourne Church of England Primary School
Otterbourne, Winchester, SO21 2EQ · Hampshire · primary school
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106th of 300 primary schools in Hampshire we can score, 420 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 1,942 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6/10 among them, against 5.9/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 62% | 4.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 38% | 1.72 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Otterbourne Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6 out of 10 among them, against 5.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Spanish Club, Dance Junkie, Flying Colours Art Club, Karate Club, Fraser Tennis, and MultiSports. Sports include football, biathalon, swimming, cricket, gymnastics, racket skills, cross country, and basketball.
Getting in
The published school roll is 269 pupils against a stated capacity of 264. 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
What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard? How are the various clubs and sports scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about Otterbourne Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils “flourish as they enjoy learning and playing together in this united school community,” achieving well through an “exciting curriculum.” The inspection highlights “high expectations” from both staff and pupils, fostering an atmosphere of “nurture and respect” where children leave “confident, resourceful and ready for their next steps.”
Strengths
- “Reading and the development of rich vocabulary has a high priority,” with teachers quickly identifying and supporting those who struggle.
- “Respect is the hallmark of behaviour,” with pupils being “very polite and courteous” and keen to earn awards.
- Personal development is “exceptional,” supported by a “vast range of clubs” and pupil leadership roles that build self-confidence.
- The school builds “strong relationships with families,” enabling swift identification of differing needs and effective support for pupils with SEND.
- A “strong culture of teamwork” permeates the school, with governors providing support and challenge to help the school improve.
Areas to improve
- In “a few subjects,” the school has not identified precisely enough the important knowledge pupils need to learn, making it hard for teachers to check readiness for next steps.
- The school should ensure all curriculum thinking is explicit about what knowledge should be taught and how it is checked to secure future 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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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