Southam St James CofE Academy
Southam, CV47 1EE · Warwickshire · primary school
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137th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.6/10 against 2,600 of them, against 2.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 62% | 2.26 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Southam St James CofE Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 149 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 core subjects? What specific interventions are in place to help students reach the higher standard? How does the school maintain engagement for pupils during the transition between key stages?
What Ofsted said about Southam St James CofE Academy
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils feel included and behave well, supported by warm staff relationships and clear expectations. However, inconsistencies in delivering the revised curriculum mean pupils do not achieve as well as they could in some subjects, leading to a ‘Requires improvement’ judgement for the quality of education and leadership.
Strengths
- Pupils typically behave well, with behaviour having improved since the last inspection, helping them stay focused on learning.
- Staff teach phonics effectively, supporting most children to become confident, fluent readers by key stage 2.
- Children in the early years form warm relationships with adults and settle quickly due to established routines.
- Attendance has improved significantly, with fewer pupils persistently absent, preventing them from falling behind.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are increasingly identified early and supported effectively to make progress.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure teachers deliver the intended curriculum consistently so pupils can build on prior learning and make connections.
- Staff need to check pupils’ understanding more effectively to address misconceptions swiftly and prevent repeated mistakes.
- Expectations for handwriting and accurate recording in mathematics must be raised to improve writing fluency and calculation accuracy.
Safeguarding
The report states that 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 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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