St James and Ebrington Church of England Primary School
Chipping Campden, GL55 6DB · Gloucestershire · primary school
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181st of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 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 3,809 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.2/10 among them, against 3.8/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St James and Ebrington Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in March 2026 assessed the school under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.2 out of 10 among them, against 3.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Forest School, Cooking, and School Council clubs, learn swimming, and enjoy Ising pop. Trips include visits to Court Barn Museum, Young Voices to Birmingham, and places of worship.
Getting in
The published school roll is 149 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to improve results in the areas graded lower in the recent inspection? How does the Forest School curriculum link to the core subjects?
What Ofsted said about St James and Ebrington Church of England Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders have created a "calm and positive environment" and a "united vision" across two sites. Pupils feel a "deep sense of belonging," and the school is judged to be fulfilling the "expected standard" in all key areas, including achievement, behaviour, and leadership.
Strengths
- Leaders have fostered "positive relationships" that significantly improved attendance and reduced persistent absence, particularly for disadvantaged pupils.
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with pupils developing "secure knowledge" in subjects like history and geography.
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs, helping them to "regulate their emotions" and succeed.
- There is a strong culture of mutual respect, with bullying being rare and staff acting "decisively and fairly."
- Parents appreciate improved communication, with one noting, "The school feels loved."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must embed improvements in writing teaching, specifically ensuring pupils use "accurate pencil grip and letter formation" to write fluently.
- Leaders should sustain recent gains in attendance by working closely with parents to ensure pupils attend well.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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