St Bede Church of England Primary School
Winchester, SO23 7DD · Hampshire · primary school
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10th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 8.9/10 against 4,236 of them, against 8.8/10 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 62% | 5.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 24.0 · 95 | 38% | 3.67 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Bede Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 24.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 414 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 do the breakfast and after-school clubs support pupils’ daily routine? What does the school do to maintain the high standard of attainment seen in recent results?
What Ofsted said about St Bede Church of England Primary School
Overview
St Bede Church of England Primary School is described as a “happy and joyful school” where pupils are “confident, collaborative learners who achieve well.” The inspection highlights “passionate and inspiring leadership” and a “caring and inclusive learning environment” where kindness is evident throughout.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “excellent behaviour” and high aspirations, supported by clear routines and positive relationships.
- The curriculum in English, mathematics, and Reception is “crafted carefully” to motivate pupils, with strong subject knowledge among staff.
- Personal development is “very effective,” offering a wide range of leadership roles and experiences that promote independence and resilience.
- Disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs are supported effectively through personalised plans and targeted teaching.
- Early reading provision is strong, with staff delivering phonics with “accuracy and confidence” and promoting a “love of reading.”
Areas to improve
- In a minority of foundation subjects, the curriculum does not yet identify specific knowledge with enough accuracy, and some staff lack confidence in adapting teaching.
- The school needs to complete curriculum design and continue staff training to ensure all pupils “achieve consistently highly across all subjects.”
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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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