Sheepscombe Primary School
Stroud, GL6 7RL · Gloucestershire · primary school
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153rd of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 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 1,696 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1/10 among them, against 3.0/10 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 | 40.0 · 8 | 40% | 0.32 |
| 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.
Sheepscombe Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 40.0% 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 January 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1 out of 10 among them, against 3.0 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 64 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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 strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between its results and the national median?
What Ofsted said about Sheepscombe Primary School
Overview
Sheepscombe Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes it as a ‘happy school with a family atmosphere’ where pupils are happy and do well. Parents are ‘overwhelmingly positive’ about the provision, citing its inclusive and caring nature.
Strengths
- The school successfully produces ‘readers, not just children who can read’, with most pupils becoming fluent through a carefully thought-out approach.
- Staff know pupils well and use this knowledge to ensure lessons and extra-curricular opportunities are engaging, helping the school ‘get the best from pupils’.
- The sequence of learning in all subjects has improved, making it easier for pupils to learn and remember important information.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive effective support, preparing them well for the next stage in their education.
- Governors keep a ‘watchful eye on pupils’ learning’ and have helped increase regular attendance by analysing reasons for persistent absence.
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure that all pupils gain ‘secure phonics knowledge’ to become accurate and confident readers and writers, as a small number currently struggle due to unreliable knowledge.
- Leaders should ensure that improvement priorities are ‘clearly identified and carefully followed through’, rather than undertaking too many improvements simultaneously which reduces effectiveness.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 80% |
| 2024/25 | 40% |
| 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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