Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School
Havant, PO9 5PE · Hampshire · primary school
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196th of 300 primary schools in Hampshire we can score, 420 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 — 6.3/10 against 178 of them, against 3.7/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 275 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School
Overview
Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School continues to be a good school, described as a "vibrant, caring, inclusive school where everyone is welcome." Leaders prioritise pupils’ emotional and academic needs, fostering strong relationships based on "mutual respect and kindness" and high expectations for behaviour and learning.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with effective adaptations made to address learning gaps from the pandemic.
- Mathematics is "carefully sequenced and taught well," enabling pupils to use resources confidently and visualise challenges.
- Reading is a clear priority; staff are "well trained to teach early reading," and pupils have access to "high-quality books that engage and motivate them."
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is swift and effective, ensuring "no pupil feels different from their classmates."
- Personal, social and health education actively promotes equality and diversity, with pupils engaging in activities to challenge stereotypes.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, teachers do not routinely check pupil learning, meaning they lack a "secure understanding of what pupils remember and any gaps in their knowledge."
- Leaders lack strong oversight of some foundation subjects and must ensure subject leaders play a greater role in evaluating curriculum effectiveness.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, supported by a "strong culture of safeguarding," regular staff training, and accurate recording of concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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