Southam Primary School
Southam, CV47 0QB · Warwickshire · primary school
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23rd of 161 primary schools in Warwickshire we can score, 196 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 — 8.8/10 against 3,780 of them, against 8.2/10 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 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.20 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.14 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Southam Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 16.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Choir, Dance Club, School Council, Multi sports club, Football Club, and Dodgeball. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 412 pupils against a stated capacity of 364. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Southam Primary School
Overview
Southam Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "happy and welcoming" environment where pupils feel safe and enjoy learning. Leaders have implemented an "ambitious" curriculum that supports pupils well, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, while staff benefit from reduced workloads and strong support.
Strengths
- Pupils thrive on a wide range of experiences, including theatre visits and clubs, and demonstrate high expectations for behaviour, with bullying being "very rare".
- The curriculum is well planned and ambitious, with leaders having "secure knowledge" of subjects and supporting teachers effectively to deliver challenging themes.
- Reading is a clear priority; staff ensure pupils learn phonics early and become "fluent readers" through careful book selection and frequent progress checks.
- Staff feel supported, with leaders actively considering workload, resulting in a "reduced workload" for many through streamlined meetings.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported by a "highly knowledgeable" leader, ensuring they "join in lessons and learn well".
Areas to improve
- In some topics, leaders have not made clear "what specific knowledge must be taught," meaning some pupils struggle to retain important information in their long-term memory.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "watchful culture" evident where staff quickly identify risks and maintain good links with external services to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 80% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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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