Upham Church of England Aided Primary School
Southampton, SO32 1JD · Hampshire · primary school
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185th of 300 primary schools in Hampshire we can score, 420 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 4,123 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4/10 among them, against 3.9/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Upham Church of England Aided Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4 out of 10 among them, against 3.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Street Dance, Racket Sports, Country Dancing, Athletics, Yoga, and Football clubs, alongside sports such as Netball, Hockey, and Cricket. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 99 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 bridge the gap between the 57.0% expected standard and the national median? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in the subjects where results are below the national average? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing these academic metrics?
What Ofsted said about Upham Church of England Aided Primary School
Overview
Upham Church of England Aided Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "delightful village school" with a strong sense of community. Pupils are "happy, safe and well behaved," benefiting from a curriculum that prioritises reading and supports those with special educational needs effectively.
Strengths
- Reading is the "number one priority," with pupils developing a "love for reading" through exposure to "challenging texts" and effective phonics teaching.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "achieve well" due to clear identification procedures and adapted tasks that ensure they follow the same curriculum as their peers.
- Behaviour is high standard, with older pupils acting as role models; there is a "family feel" and strong relationships where adults know all pupils.
- Leaders and governors are highly engaged, actively working to reduce staff workload and ensuring staff "support each other well."
- Pupils develop as citizens through the school’s Christian values, learning to "respect the differences between each other" and engaging in diverse cultural studies.
Areas to improve
- In foundation subjects, specific content is sometimes "obscured by the overarching theme," meaning pupils remember activities rather than key knowledge and skills.
- Leaders must ensure teachers implement the curriculum consistently so pupils "know and remember key concepts" and build on prior learning, rather than focusing too heavily on topic links.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff who are "well trained," "always vigilant," and "tenacious in ensuring that pupils and their families receive the support they need."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 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
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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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