Pinkwell Primary School
Hayes, UB3 1PG · Hillingdon · primary school
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40th of 54 primary schools in Hillingdon we can score, 64 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 — 4.3/10 against 2,204 of them, against 3.6/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 41% | 1.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.77 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.29 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Pinkwell Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 7.0% reached the higher standard, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 569 pupils against a stated capacity of 690. 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 take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Pinkwell Primary School
Overview
Pinkwell Primary School is described as a “happy and inclusive school where everyone is valued,” with pupils who “really enjoy coming” and “work hard and achieve well.” The report highlights a “well-planned, ambitious and exciting curriculum” that fosters strong behaviour and personal development, noting that staff set “high expectations” for learning.
Strengths
- Pupils are “kind and show respect for others,” creating a positive environment where they “quickly settle and make new friends.”
- The reading programme is effective, enabling pupils to “learn to read and spell words accurately and fluently” with targeted support for those needing help.
- Leaders have developed a curriculum where pupils’ “grasp of key ideas builds up effectively,” such as linking history knowledge to current topics.
- Staff provide “well-planned support” for pupils with special educational needs, ensuring all reach “ambitious goals.”
- Personal development is treated as a “golden thread,” promoting physical and emotional health through activities like learning about relationships and hygiene.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should continue training staff in foundation subjects, as some “lack the subject-specific knowledge” to deliver the curriculum confidently.
- Assessment systems in some foundation subjects are “not fully developed,” making it difficult for teachers to check precisely what pupils know and remember.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with clear procedures for identifying at-risk pupils and regular meetings to discuss their needs and well-being.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 35% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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
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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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