Radford Semele CofE Primary School
Leamington Spa, CV31 1TQ · Warwickshire · primary school
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66th 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 the 4,308 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.6/10 among them, against 5.4/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Radford Semele CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.6 out of 10 among them, against 5.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Spanish, Aggy Bell, Makon, and cooking clubs. Sports include multi-sports, football, athletics, dodgeball, team training, and netball. Arts and music offer vocal tuition, musical theatre, guitar, piano, rocksteady, drum, and woodwind lessons. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 211 pupils against a stated capacity of 218. 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 does a typical day look like for a child joining the after-school club? How does the curriculum adapt for pupils with diverse learning needs?
What Ofsted said about Radford Semele CofE Primary School
Overview
Radford Semele CofE Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school is ambitious for all pupils, with staff and pupils living out values such as respect, perseverance, and responsibility. By the end of Year 6, pupils achieve well in reading, writing, and mathematics, leaving them ready for the next stage in their education.
Strengths
- Pupils are respectful, caring, and listen well in lessons, with recent changes to lunchtimes ensuring they are focused for afternoon learning.
- The curriculum is brought to life through carefully planned enrichment opportunities, including visits to a local space centre and Coventry Cathedral.
- Reading is prioritised, with staff having the necessary expertise to teach phonics effectively and swiftly identifying gaps in learning.
- Children get off to a positive start in the early years, enjoying well-planned activities that prioritise personal, social, and emotional development.
- The school is ambitious for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), identifying them quickly and providing clear support plans.
Areas to improve
- Ensure all staff have the knowledge and skills to teach the whole curriculum equally well, as expertise varies in a few subjects.
- Implement revised assessment methods consistently across subjects so gaps in pupils’ learning can be identified and addressed.
- Ensure the writing curriculum is delivered clearly and consistently across all classes to meet the aims of what pupils should know at each stage.
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 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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