St Faith's Church of England Primary School
Winchester, SO23 9QB · Hampshire · primary school
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32nd 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 1,305 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.6/10 among them, against 9.2/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 25% | 2.32 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Faith's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 21.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.6 out of 10 among them, against 9.2 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 142 pupils against a stated capacity of 150. 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 close to the expected standard? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage the transition for children moving from Year 6?
What Ofsted said about St Faith's Church of England Primary School
Overview
St Faith’s Church of England Primary School is described as a “very happy place to be” where pupils demonstrate strong values and achieve well, particularly in reading and mathematics. The school maintains high ambitions and expectations, fostering a culture of kindness, respect, and mutual care among its community.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit “exceptional” behaviour, showing “extremely positive attitudes to learning” and excellent conduct from the youngest age.
- The curriculum is “well-sequenced,” with teachers’ secure understanding helping pupils build knowledge successfully over time.
- Early years provision is outstanding, with children in Reception achieving exceptionally well due to “exceptional concentration” and “sharply focused activities.”
- Special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) provision is “highly effective,” ensuring all pupils receive targeted support to succeed.
- Personal development is prioritised, with pupils displaying “exceptional warmth, tolerance and empathy” and valuing diversity.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, assessment is “less precise,” and teachers do not check well enough if pupils have gained specific curriculum knowledge.
- Leaders should refine assessment approaches in these subjects to help teachers identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge more quickly.
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 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 92% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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