St George's Church of England Primary School, Semington
Trowbridge, BA14 6LP · Wiltshire · primary school
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5th of 181 primary schools in Wiltshire we can score, 201 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 — 9.8/10 against 4,240 of them, against 9.7/10 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 | 100.0 · 100 | 40% | 3.99 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 25% | 2.30 |
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 Church of England Primary School, Semington overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 100.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 20.0% of pupils, 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 (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 87 pupils against a stated capacity of 90. 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
Since the last inspection was in 2023, what changes have been made to the curriculum? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs integrate with the main school day?
What Ofsted said about St George's Church of England Primary School, Semington
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this school, where they are described as “happy and confident” within a “calm, orderly atmosphere.” Leaders have worked hard to improve the quality of education, establishing a “well-planned curriculum” that supports pupils in becoming “caring, thoughtful citizens.” The report highlights strong relationships between pupils and adults, with children feeling safe and supported.
Strengths
- Leaders prioritise reading with a “consistent and effective approach to teaching phonics,” ensuring pupils who struggle receive timely help.
- The curriculum is “well sequenced and ambitious,” particularly in mathematics where pupils can “rapidly recall and use” number knowledge.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “fully involved in all aspects of school life” and access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Pupils demonstrate strong personal development, showing “tolerance and respect” and engaging in roles such as worship leaders.
- The school fosters a positive culture where pupils understand values like “courage, friendship, honesty, respect, forgiveness and kindness.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders must monitor the curriculum in some subjects more rigorously to identify “gaps in knowledge” and ensure pupils have secure understanding to build upon.
- Leaders need to “robustly monitor attendance for all pupils” and be proactive in improving attendance for groups who do not attend regularly enough.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a “strong safeguarding culture” where staff are well trained to identify signs of abuse and report concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 87% |
| 2024/25 | 100% |
| 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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