Rushwick CofE Primary School
Worcester, WR2 5SU · Worcestershire · primary school
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85th 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 4,208 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.5/10 among them, against 5.1/10 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 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.21 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rushwick CofE Primary School 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%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in January 2026 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.5 out of 10 among them, against 5.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 149 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available during the after-school club? How does the new inspection framework affect the school’s current improvement plans?
What Ofsted said about Rushwick CofE Primary School
Overview
Rushwick CofE Primary School has undergone significant leadership and staffing changes since the previous inspection, with a new team acting quickly to "stabilise the school." The report highlights a positive, inclusive culture where pupils feel safe and behave well, though inconsistencies in teaching quality and curriculum delivery remain. While attendance and behaviour are at an "expected standard," achievement and teaching are currently rated as needing attention due to gaps in writing and phonics.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed.
- Pupils demonstrate strong social skills, behaving with "integrity" and showing respect for others; bullying is rare.
- Leaders have created an inclusive environment, ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive targeted support and pastoral guidance.
- Attendance has improved following swift action by staff, with persistent absence reduced.
- Staff are "overwhelmingly positive" about the school, appreciating strategies to manage workload and wellbeing.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must strengthen the teaching of writing, spelling, and handwriting to ensure it is delivered consistently across all year groups.
- Curriculum activities need to be better matched to pupils' different learning needs to ensure all pupils make expected gains.
- Early years activities require clearer learning intentions to deepen children's learning and development.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 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
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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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