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The Langley Academy Primary

Slough, SL3 7EF · Slough · primary school

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Ofsted: Outstanding · 2024 Inspected 2 years ago Mixed Primary
6.9/10 Above average

10th of 27 primary schools in Slough we can score, 28 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 4,206 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.1/10 among them, against 5.4/10 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 61.0 · 41 40% 1.65
Ofsted 96 35% 3.37
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 12.0 · 74 25% 1.85

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

The Langley Academy Primary overview

How it's doing

In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 12.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.1 out of 10 among them, against 5.4 out of 10 nationally.

Beyond the classroom

Pupils can join ukulele and violin clubs, or take part in street dance, judo, gymnastics, multi sports, basketball, and football. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.

Getting in

The published school roll is 679 pupils against a stated capacity of 690. 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 maths? What does the typical day look like for a child attending the breakfast club? How are places allocated for the next academic year?

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What Ofsted said about The Langley Academy Primary

Inspection report dated 19 July 2024

Overview

The report confirms the school remains outstanding, though inspectors noted that a graded inspection might yield a lower judgement. It describes a vibrant environment where pupils are “happy” with a “thirst for learning” and high aspirations. The school has doubled in size since the last inspection, successfully integrating Key Stage 2 while maintaining excellent behaviour and a strong culture of kindness.

Strengths

  • Pupils demonstrate “secure knowledge” in subjects like religious education and benefit from a “broad, exciting and ambitious” curriculum.
  • Teachers possess “secure subject knowledge” and adapt learning effectively to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
  • Reading is prioritised as the “bedrock” of the school, with “expert teaching of phonics” ensuring pupils learn to read quickly.
  • The school fosters a strong “moral compass,” helping pupils understand diversity, discrimination, and online safety.
  • Attendance is high due to a “relentless approach” to ensuring pupils do not miss out on learning opportunities.

Areas to improve

  • In some foundation subjects, teachers lack clarity on the “most important knowledge that pupils need to remember over time,” hindering long-term retention.
  • The school must ensure teachers use this clarity to inform teaching and assessment so pupils “learn exceptionally well across the curriculum.”

Safeguarding

The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
61%
2024/25
Higher standard
12%
2024/25
Demand
×0.97
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
11%
vs 25% across England

Results over time

Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.

64% 2022/23
61% 2023/24
61% 2024/25
64% England
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) for The Langley Academy Primary
YearExpected standard (reading, writing, maths)
2022/2364%
2023/2461%
2024/2561%
England64%

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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