Paddox Primary School
Rugby, CV22 5HS · Warwickshire · primary school
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46th of 161 primary schools in Warwickshire we can score, 196 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 4,209 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9/10 among them, against 6.0/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Paddox Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9 out of 10 among them, against 6.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in swimming, tag rugby, basketball, rugby, and athletics, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 663 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 provided for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are the named sports activities integrated into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Paddox Primary School
Overview
Paddox Primary School is described as a "caring and welcoming learning community" where pupils from diverse backgrounds are fully included. The report confirms that the school "continues to be a good school," highlighting that pupils are "kind, polite and well behaved" and enjoy a wide range of experiences.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes to their work" and follow high expectations for behaviour, being "ready, respectful and safe".
- Reading is identified as a strength, with leaders using "exciting and creative ways to promote a love of reading" and successfully introducing a new approach to early reading and writing.
- The school provides a "well-resourced, nurturing environment" in the early years, with successful teaching of early reading and mathematics.
- Pupils with complex special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "well cared for and educated" in the onsite resource unit, Brambles.
- Staff appreciate the "approachability and support" from senior leaders, who actively work to reduce workload and support early career teachers.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is "not yet sufficiently well planned and sequenced in all subjects," particularly in the early years, leading to variation in pupil achievement.
- Targets for pupils with SEND are "too often imprecise," preventing staff from accurately measuring progress.
- "Too many pupils, especially children in the early years and pupils with SEND, are persistently absent," meaning vulnerable pupils miss vital lessons.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with leaders ensuring it is everyone’s responsibility and acting promptly on concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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