Pewsey Primary School
Pewsey, SN9 5EJ · Wiltshire · primary school
Check the area around this school
26th of 181 primary schools in Wiltshire we can score, 201 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.7/10 against 3,700 of them, against 8.0/10 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 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| 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.
Pewsey Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 134 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about Pewsey Primary School
Overview
Pewsey Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "warm and safe environment" where pupils are proud to attend. The inspection confirms that leaders maintain high expectations for conduct and behaviour, resulting in a "calm and orderly" atmosphere where children feel supported and valued.
Strengths
- Pupils develop a "lifelong love of reading" through a strong focus on phonics and exposure to a rich range of texts.
- The mathematics curriculum is "well sequenced," giving children a "strong foundation" for future learning through careful planning and frequent checks.
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they "learn well" alongside their peers.
- Leaders foster an "aspirational culture among staff, based on mutual trust and respect," with governors holding leaders to account effectively.
- Pupils demonstrate a clear sense of right and wrong, understanding "tolerance and respect" and knowing that judging others by background, race or gender is wrong.
Areas to improve
- In a minority of subjects, checks on how pupils learn the curriculum are "in their infancy," meaning subject leaders lack a "precise understanding" of pupil progress. Leaders should ensure subject leaders check what pupils know and remember to inform future learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders ensuring safeguarding is "central to the school’s work" and staff knowing how to report concerns and work with outside agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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
Saved schools live on this device only — no account, no tracking. Visit the school's website
Loading full school details…
Similar schools nearby
Same area, prioritising the same phase — useful for shortlisting alternatives.
Every school within 2.5 miles of SN9 5EJ, with results, demand and deadlines — area report →
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT