St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School
Portsmouth, PO1 3BN · Portsmouth · primary school
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9th of 32 primary schools in Portsmouth we can score, 45 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 — 6.4/10 against 611 of them, against 4.3/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 62% | 3.86 |
| 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.
St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% 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%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 274 pupils against a stated capacity of 350. 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
With 0.0% of pupils reaching the higher standard, what specific strategies are used to stretch high-achieving students? How does the school support pupils in transitioning from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2? What are the current entry criteria for the next academic year?
What Ofsted said about St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending St George’s Beneficial, where relationships are described as “positive, caring and warm,” making them feel safe. The school has raised expectations for achievement, with the curriculum in English and mathematics being “especially well organised, taught and learned.” Leaders and staff have worked closely with partners to ensure the curriculum meets national demands and supports pupil success.
Strengths
- Staff teach phonics and mathematics schemes with “accuracy and consistency,” helping pupils become fluent in basics.
- The early years curriculum effectively develops children’s social, emotional, and communication skills, ensuring they are “increasingly ready for key stage 1.”
- The school is “quick to identify any additional needs,” providing expert support for pupils speaking English as an additional language and those with SEND.
- Staff feel “very well supported by leaders,” particularly regarding workload and well-being.
- Pupils learn to be good citizens, understanding that people of different faiths and backgrounds “deserve to be treated equally and included.”
Areas to improve
- The school should refine its approach in foundation subjects so pupils can “connect new learning to what they have already been taught” and develop deep knowledge.
- Leaders must ensure staff are better informed about the specific needs of pupils with SEND in subjects other than English and mathematics, and monitor the impact of adaptations.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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