Purbrook Junior School
Waterlooville, PO7 5NQ · Hampshire · primary school
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52nd of 300 primary schools in Hampshire we can score, 420 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 — 6.9/10 against 2,689 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 91 | 35% | 3.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Purbrook Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 380 pupils against a stated capacity of 384. 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
Since the inspection is recent, how are the new separate area grades reflected in daily teaching? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Purbrook Junior School
Overview
Purbrook Junior School is described as a place where pupils “dream big” and feel safe, supported, and valued. The report highlights a “calm and purposeful learning environment” driven by strong leadership, an ambitious curriculum, and a highly inclusive culture that effectively supports all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disadvantaged backgrounds.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed an “ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum” that builds securely on prior learning, with particular strengths in reading and writing.
- Attendance is prioritised through “positive relationships” and tailored support, resulting in high attendance rates and reduced persistent absence.
- The school fosters a “highly inclusive culture” where staff identify needs quickly and adapt teaching so pupils with SEND learn alongside peers.
- Pupils demonstrate “positive attitudes to learning,” show respect for one another, and take pride in their work and leadership roles.
- Governance is effective, with governors providing “appropriate challenge and support” and using evidence to hold leaders to account.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should continue to embed recently developed teaching approaches to mathematics to ensure consistency of approach throughout the school.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an “open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility” and concerns actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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