Powick CofE Primary School
Worcester, WR2 4RT · Worcestershire · primary school
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40th of 113 primary schools in Worcestershire we can score, 180 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 4,265 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9/10 among them, against 5.5/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 62% | 3.50 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Powick CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% 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% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. 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 5.5 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 171 pupils against a stated capacity of 196. 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 working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What specific clubs or trips are available this term? How does the school manage class sizes with the current number of places?
What Ofsted said about Powick CofE Primary School
Overview
Powick CofE Primary School provides a high-quality education where pupils "enjoy school" and "do well" across a broad curriculum. Leaders have established an "ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum" tailored to the local environment, supported by effective teaching and strong pastoral care. The school fosters a positive culture where pupils are respectful, feel safe, and thrive through responsibilities such as the pupil parliament.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from an "ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum" that is "tailored... to take account of the local environment and the needs of its pupils."
- Effective phonics teaching ensures pupils become "fluent and confident readers," with careful tracking to support those who need to "keep up or catch up."
- The school identifies pupils needing additional help "early on," ensuring prompt support for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils demonstrate "very positive attitudes to their learning" and behave well, showing respect for each other and those with additional needs.
- Leaders are "mindful of senior leaders’ workload and well-being," undertaking a project to review school practices to establish what can be "kept, tweaked or ditched."
Areas to improve
- In a few instances, the curriculum is not having the intended impact, meaning some pupils find it difficult to "remember and apply what they have previously been taught."
- Some learning activities are "not well enough matched to pupils’ previous learning or their needs," causing pupils to occasionally lose focus and not fully engage.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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