Pauntley Church of England Primary School
Newent, GL18 1LL · Gloucestershire · primary school
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49th 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 — 7.0/10 against 4,256 of them, against 7.3/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Pauntley 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%. 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 25 pupils against a stated capacity of 49. 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 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 Pauntley Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pauntley Church of England Primary School is described as a “welcoming and happy place” where staff and pupils embody values of “friendship, respect and courage.” The report highlights that pupils behave well, have positive attitudes to learning, and feel safe due to strong relationships with adults. Leaders and staff have made significant improvements since the previous inspection, resulting in a curriculum that is “ambitious, interesting and inspires pupils to learn.”
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour and are “polite and friendly,” with bullying being rare.
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils benefiting from diverse opportunities such as archery, performing arts, and residential trips.
- The curriculum is effectively sequenced to help pupils “know and remember more,” with clear building blocks of knowledge and skills.
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they learn the curriculum successfully.
- Parents report a “family atmosphere” and note that staff “make learning fun.”
Areas to improve
- Teachers must use assessment more effectively to determine what pupils already know, ensuring learning accounts for prior knowledge.
- Leaders must continue to embed the curriculum in subjects where it is in the “early stages of implementation” so pupils consistently develop necessary knowledge and skills.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders promoting a strong culture where staff remain vigilant and know how to report concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 90% |
| 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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