Queensgate Foundation Primary
East Cowes, PO32 6PA · Isle of Wight · primary school
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5th of 35 primary schools in Isle of Wight we can score, 36 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 — 7.1/10 against 2,024 of them, against 5.9/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 62% | 3.70 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 38% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Queensgate Foundation Primary overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 8.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join gardening, homework, racket sports, mixed netball, boys’ and girls’ football, musical theatre, and recorder clubs. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 353 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 expected standards in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Queensgate Foundation Primary
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this “vibrant and caring school” where they demonstrate respect and respond positively to high expectations. The report highlights an “exceptional” provision for personal development, supported by a broad curriculum and strong pastoral care, though some inconsistencies exist in subject knowledge and early reading support.
Strengths
- Personal development is described as “exceptional,” with pupils benefiting from an “out and about” curriculum and diverse clubs such as skateboarding and fencing.
- Pupils behave well, following the ‘Queensgate Code’, and feel confident that staff will listen and help if they have worries.
- Mathematics and art and design are strong subjects, where pupils use correct vocabulary and demonstrate clear progress in their skills and knowledge.
- Staff effectively support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) by adapting lessons and providing individualised curricula.
- Governors are “well trained” and conduct regular checks to improve important aspects of the school.
Areas to improve
- Some staff lack sufficient training in teaching early reading, leading to gaps in phonics knowledge that are not addressed quickly enough.
- In a few recently revised subjects, pupils have not studied a curriculum that enabled them to learn all the important knowledge they need.
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 | 49% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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