Park Junior School
Stonehouse, GL10 2NP · Gloucestershire · primary school
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206th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.0/10 against 1,984 of them, against 2.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 40% | 0.42 |
| Ofsted | 1 | 35% | 0.02 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Park Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.0 out of 10 either way). An inspection took place in April 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 135 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 who are below the expected standard in literacy? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in maths? How does the new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Park Junior School
Overview
The report states that the school "requires special measures" because it is "failing to provide an acceptable standard of education" and leaders are not demonstrating the capacity to secure necessary improvement. While safeguarding standards are met and behaviour has improved, there is a "long-standing pattern of underachievement" with pupils leaving with "weak knowledge in reading, writing and mathematics."
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
- Behaviour has improved, creating a "calm and orderly" environment where pupils are "polite, considerate and happy."
- Staff build "warm and caring relationships" with pupils, who feel safe and know adults deal with bullying effectively.
- Pupils benefit from "memorable experiences" such as forest school, choir, and community contributions.
- High-quality pastoral support helps pupils "grow in confidence and builds resilience."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure an "ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum" is fully developed so pupils build necessary knowledge and skills.
- Staff must accurately identify and address "gaps in pupils’ knowledge," particularly in reading, writing and mathematics.
- Leaders must "rebuild trust with staff" and governors must hold leaders to account for the use of additional funding.
Safeguarding
The report confirms that safeguarding standards are met, meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 35% |
| 2023/24 | 27% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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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