St George's Church of England School, Bourton
Gillingham, SP8 5BN · Dorset · primary school
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68th of 79 primary schools in Dorset we can score, 119 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 3,775 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6/10 among them, against 1.9/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 62% | 1.48 |
| 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 Church of England School, Bourton overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6 out of 10 among them, against 1.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in dodgeball, basketball, rugby, football, netball, hockey, and arts and crafts. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 142 pupils against a stated capacity of 119. 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 curriculum support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club sessions?
What Ofsted said about St George's Church of England School, Bourton
Overview
St George’s is a school where pupils ‘work together, play together and learn together’ happily, supported by warm and nurturing staff relationships. The report highlights an ambitious curriculum and effective early years provision, noting that pupils are happy, safe, and typically achieve well. While the school fosters strong personal development and a love of reading, it acknowledges that more work is needed to ensure pupils retain key knowledge over time.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate positive behaviour, exhibiting high levels of respect and kindness while following the ‘St George’s way’.
- Children in the early years get off to a ‘flying start’, developing learning behaviours and communication skills quickly.
- Staff are skilled in teaching phonics and reading, ensuring pupils become confident readers who develop a ‘love of reading’.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are at the core of the school’s work, with accurate identification of barriers and appropriate adaptations.
- The school provides plentiful opportunities for pupils to expand interests through music, sport, and leadership roles such as ‘shining light’ leaders.
Areas to improve
- Some pupils cannot recall key knowledge across subjects over time, which limits how securely they build on their learning; the trust should ensure curriculum implementation enables better long-term retention.
Safeguarding
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 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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
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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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