South Baddesley Church of England Primary School & Nursery
LYMINGTON, SO41 5RP · Hampshire · primary school
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240th 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 the 4,292 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1/10 among them, against 2.2/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| 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.
South Baddesley Church of England Primary School & Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, 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 1.1 out of 10 among them, against 2.2 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 131 pupils against a stated capacity of 154. 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 does a typical day look like for a child in the nursery section? How does the school monitor progress for pupils who are below the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about South Baddesley Church of England Primary School & Nursery
Overview
South Baddesley Church of England Primary School & Nursery continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy a supportive environment and achieve well. The inspection confirms that the school maintains high standards in most areas, with strong relationships and a broad curriculum, though specific improvements are needed in Key Stage 1 teaching and reading assessment consistency.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from "warm and friendly relationships" and feel safe due to kind, supportive adults.
- The school has designed a "broad and ambitious curriculum" with clear steps that allow knowledge to build over time.
- Staff are confident in their subjects, present information clearly, and quickly address any gaps in learning.
- Reading is a "top priority," with nursery children captivated by songs and stories, and Key Stage 2 pupils inspired by literature.
- Governors provide "clear direction, challenge and support," contributing to staff happiness and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Staff assessment of reading development is not always proficient; the school must ensure support for pupils learning to read is "consistently effective" to help them acquire fluency.
- The new learning approach in Key Stage 1 does not always capture pupils' interest or enable them to achieve curriculum aims sufficiently well; the school must ensure this system is fully embedded.
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 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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