St James Church of England Controlled Primary School
Emsworth, PO10 7PX · Hampshire · primary school
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82nd 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 4,132 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.0/10 among them, against 6.8/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
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 Church of England 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%. For the higher standard, 13.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.0 out of 10 among them, against 6.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Environment and Dance Clubs, play football, tennis, hockey, or taekwondo, and learn drums, guitar, piano, recorder, flute, clarinet, saxophone, or violin. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 224 pupils against a stated capacity of 226. 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 aiming for the higher standard? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about St James Church of England Controlled Primary School
Overview
St James Church of England Controlled Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "harmonious place" where pupils are "kind and considerate." Leaders promote values of "Loving learning, loving life and loving God’s word," creating an environment where children arrive "gleefully" and feel safe.
Strengths
- Behaviour is "exemplary," supported by "relentless routines" that help pupils feel secure and ensure incidents of bullying are "very rare."
- The curriculum is "ambitious for all," with learning that "builds progressively" from the early years through to Year 6.
- Reading is a high priority; staff use structured phonics and closely matched books, ensuring "nothing is left to chance."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "learn and achieve well alongside their peers" through effective curriculum adaptation.
- Staff feel "well supported and valued," with leaders prioritising professional development and staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, tasks do not precisely focus on the most important knowledge, making it harder for pupils to retain key concepts over time.
- Assessment in foundation subjects is not used as consistently or effectively as in core subjects, meaning some gaps in learning may go unnoticed.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, underpinned by a strong culture where staff are swift to act on concerns and thorough checks are made on adults working with pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 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
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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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