Race Leys Junior School
Bedworth, CV12 8HG · Warwickshire · primary school
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16th of 161 primary schools in Warwickshire we can score, 196 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 — 9.6/10 against 1,641 of them, against 8.8/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Race Leys Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 16.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join music clubs and art classes, play football, handball, curling, basketball, and track and field, and visit the RAF Museum Cosford. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 217 pupils against a stated capacity of 256. 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 activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Race Leys Junior School
Overview
Race Leys Junior School continues to be a good school, where pupils benefit greatly from the ‘Griffin Promise’ and an environment that “successfully ignites imagination.” Leaders are united behind a vision of raising aspirations, ensuring most pupils achieve well through purposeful assessments and targeted support for those with gaps in learning.
Strengths
- Pupils are “proud to be members of their school” and motivated by opportunities to “widen pupils’ horizons,” including trips to London and visits from eminent scientists.
- The curriculum has been adapted to ensure learning sequences “build progressively on the knowledge that pupils have previously gained,” particularly in subjects like Spanish and religious education.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “increasingly well supported” through effective support plans and strong relationships with specialist services.
- A dedicated pastoral team provides early help and counselling, helping many pupils feel “safe and happy” within a caring community.
Areas to improve
- Staff must consistently address low-level disruption, as a minority of pupils do not behave as expected, which can disrupt learning.
- The school needs to develop further strategies to reduce persistent absence, as current measures are not working well for all pupils.
- All pupils require regular opportunities to deepen their understanding in mathematics, particularly in reasoning and solving complex problems.
Safeguarding
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 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 79% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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