St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst
Wokingham, RG10 0DR · Wokingham · primary school
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17th of 36 primary schools in Wokingham we can score, 55 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 3,124 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9/10 among them, against 6.6/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9 out of 10 among them, against 6.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join book clubs, craft, cooking, judo, fencing, Zumba, cricket, and music tuition, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 138 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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 to reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst
Overview
This is a “friendly and welcoming school” where staff ensure pupils feel “safe and happy.” The report highlights that pupils respond well to high expectations, with “exceptional” personal development and effective safeguarding arrangements.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “great enthusiasm” for their learning and enjoy taking on responsibilities, such as mentoring younger children.
- The provision for personal development is “exceptional,” offering a “rich range of experiences” including residential trips and extra-curricular clubs.
- Reading is a clear priority; children “quickly become fluent readers” and those who fall behind receive targeted support.
- Staff are “positive about the support” they receive from leadership, with workload and well-being being “always considered.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “achieve well” and learn effectively alongside their peers.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the school has not fully identified the important knowledge pupils need to learn or how to check their recall, leading to variable learning outcomes.
- Some subject leaders are new to their roles and require “high-quality training and development” to consistently evaluate curriculum effectiveness.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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