Salway Ash Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Bridport, DT6 5JE · Dorset · primary school
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27th of 79 primary schools in Dorset we can score, 119 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 4,223 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7/10 among them, against 4.9/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| 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.
Salway Ash Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to 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 October 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7 out of 10 among them, against 4.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Crafts, Cookery, Nature and Bronze Ambassador clubs. Sports include Cross Country, Futsal, Tag Rugby, Swimarathon and Colour Run. Arts and music cover Recorder, Strings, Woodwind, the School band, Piano lessons, Circus Skills and Wreath Making. Trips include a Badger trip to Salisbury, an I.O.W Residential and a visit to the House of Parliament. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 109 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 manage class sizes when the roll exceeds capacity? What support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are the various clubs and trips funded?
What Ofsted said about Salway Ash Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Salway Ash Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School behave exceptionally well, responding to one another with "kindness and respect" in a "calm and orderly environment." The school fosters independent, resilient learners who are "keen to learn" and benefit from carefully planned enrichment activities that build confidence and community spirit.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary conduct and attitudes to learning," with positive relationships helping them become "independent, resilient learners."
- Staff effectively support early years development, ensuring children settle quickly and secure their "phonic knowledge" through regular practice of segmenting and blending.
- The curriculum uses "high-quality texts" to extend vocabulary and deepen reading comprehension, with pupils enjoying choosing books for pleasure.
- The school meets the needs of disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) by making "appropriate adaptations" so they learn the same curriculum as their peers.
- Leaders have a "clear vision" and systems to monitor effectiveness, while pupils are equipped with tools to manage their own behaviour and friendships.
Areas to improve
- The school must refine the curriculum in some subjects where "important content is not clearly emphasised," causing pupils to have "gaps in their essential knowledge."
- Leaders need to ensure pupils have opportunities to "learn and review important knowledge to know and remember more," particularly regarding content such as the United Kingdom and rivers.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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