St Louis Catholic Primary School
Aylesbury, HP20 2XZ · Buckinghamshire · primary school
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61st of 142 primary schools in Buckinghamshire we can score, 182 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 4,212 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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 Louis Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 5.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1 out of 10 among them, against 6.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 454 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 higher standard attainment is below the national median, what specific support is provided to pupils aiming for that level? How does the breakfast club integrate with the start of the school day?
What Ofsted said about St Louis Catholic Primary School
Overview
Pupils thrive in a “supportive and aspirational environment” where they embody values to be “ambitious, brave and caring.” The school provides an “ambitious, broad and thoughtfully developed curriculum” that builds effectively on prior knowledge, resulting in pupils achieving well across subjects. Leaders are driven by a “moral purpose” and ensure pupils’ interests remain central to decision-making.
Strengths
- Early years provision is outstanding, with children enjoying a “flying start” and developing strong communication skills and emotional confidence.
- Behaviour and attitudes are outstanding; pupils are “polite, kind and considerate” and demonstrate excellent cooperation.
- Early reading is prioritised with precision, embedding a culture where “pupils love reading” and become fluent quickly.
- Staff possess secure subject knowledge and provide expert support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Leaders and staff are well supported, enabling a focus on teaching and continuous improvement.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, staff do not systematically check pupils’ understanding, meaning gaps in knowledge are not always identified or addressed.
- The school needs to develop how staff assess pupils’ knowledge in lessons to ensure a “fully secure and really deep understanding” in all subjects.
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 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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