Staverton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Trowbridge, BA14 6NZ · Wiltshire · primary school
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103rd of 181 primary schools in Wiltshire we can score, 201 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 4.0/10 against 2,841 of them, against 3.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 62% | 1.98 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Staverton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in swimming, gymnastics, and dance, with Year 6 attending a residential trip.
Getting in
The published school roll is 210 pupils against a stated capacity of 234. 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 literacy? What specific activities are included in the Year 6 residential programme?
What Ofsted said about Staverton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
Staverton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is described as a welcoming community where pupils are proud and trust adults to help resolve worries. The report highlights that the school is ambitious for all pupils to achieve well, with parents recognising improvements and keen to support ongoing work.
Strengths
- Early years provision is rated ‘Outstanding’, with ‘exceptionally well-designed activities’ helping children develop communication skills, independence, and resilience.
- A ‘love of reading is at the heart of the school’, with adults highly skilled at supporting early readers and stories used to inspire writing and explore values.
- Behaviour is calm and pupils learn without disruption, as they are ‘clear about the school rules’ and understand the importance of high expectations.
- The curriculum has been reviewed to ensure pupils build knowledge and vocabulary, with events like author visits helping to ‘bring the curriculum to life’.
- Pupils receive strong support for personal development, learning to keep themselves safe online and understanding how to maintain healthy relationships.
Areas to improve
- Assessment information is not always used effectively to review the curriculum or adapt teaching, leaving some ‘gaps in pupils’ understanding or misconceptions’ unaddressed.
- The school has not always been clear about the ‘intended impact’ of changes made, making it difficult for governors to support and challenge leaders effectively.
- Continuing to raise attendance remains a priority, with the school working proactively to remove barriers preventing pupils from attending well.
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 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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