Silverdale St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Carnforth, LA5 0RF · Lancashire · primary school
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309th of 448 primary schools in Lancashire we can score, 481 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 1,236 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8/10 among them, against 2.4/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Silverdale St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8 out of 10 among them, against 2.4 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 55 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 support pupils to reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in reading and writing? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in higher standard results?
What Ofsted said about Silverdale St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Overview
Pupils thrive in this “close-knit and nurturing school community” where they feel safe and included. The school delivers an “ambitious curriculum” with clear expectations, resulting in high attendance and positive behaviour. While overall effectiveness is rated Good, the report highlights specific areas requiring refinement to ensure consistent progress for all learners.
Strengths
- Staff forge “strong relationships with pupils” and know their families well, creating a supportive environment.
- The curriculum is broken down into “small, well-ordered steps,” allowing pupils to progress effectively through subjects.
- Early years staff build strong communication foundations, ensuring pupils read with “confidence and fluency” by the end of key stage 1.
- Pupils develop into “caring citizens” through leadership roles and community activities, such as litter picking and fundraising.
- Governors actively monitor the school’s work and consider staff workload when making decisions.
Areas to improve
- The school must gain “stronger oversight of the curriculum” in some subjects to fully understand its impact on pupils’ long-term knowledge retention.
- Teachers require better support to adapt subject delivery for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), as current practices sometimes limit their learning.
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 | 38% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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