The Premier Academy
Milton Keynes, MK2 3AH · Milton Keynes · primary school
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4th of 58 primary schools in Milton Keynes we can score, 90 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.6/10 against 2,204 of them, against 8.8/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Premier Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 16.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in July 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join choirs, instrumental groups, and Park Rangers, play badminton, and participate in the Global Science Opera, Young Voices, and Royal Opera House Create & Sing. Trips include snow sledging, horse-riding, a residential activity trip, and visits to the O2 Arena and London.
Getting in
The published school roll is 613 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 maths? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the instrumental groups? How are places allocated for the 17 spare spots in the current year?
What Ofsted said about The Premier Academy
Overview
The Premier Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection, where it was judged outstanding for overall effectiveness. This ungraded inspection confirms that the school continues to provide a high-quality education, with leaders demonstrating a clear and ambitious vision for pupil achievement.
Strengths
- The school offers an "ambitious and innovative curriculum" with "carefully designed learning sequences" that build knowledge systematically, ensuring all pupils, including those with SEND, achieve very well.
- Pupils are "highly motivated and eager to learn," displaying "exemplary" behaviour and a strong sense of pride in their school and personal achievements.
- Staff provide "exceptional adult support and care," with expert knowledge of phonics teaching that results in "particularly strong" outcomes and rigorous monitoring of reading progress.
- The school fosters a nurturing community described by parents as ‘a home from home’, where pupils enjoy "extensive opportunities" for leadership and personal development.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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