Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School
Gloucester, GL4 8ED · Gloucestershire · primary school
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5th of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 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 — 8.6/10 against 4,250 of them, against 8.6/10 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 18.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.6 out of 10 either way).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend trips to Cheltenham Literature Festival, Upton Literature Festival, Gloucester Cathedral, Cotswold Wildlife Park, London, and the beach. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 420 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
With the school at full capacity, how does the admissions process handle applications for the next entry year? How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in their core subjects? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School
Overview
Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School is described as a place where pupils are “enthusiastic learners” who “enjoy coming to school.” The inspection found that the school’s vision of “building foundations for a love of life, a love of learning and a love of one another” is deeply embedded, resulting in an “Outstanding” overall effectiveness. Pupils achieve well, behave exceptionally, and are “very well prepared for the next stage of their education.”
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious and well-designed,” introducing pupils to “thought-provoking and complex ideas” with careful sequencing that builds deep understanding.
- Teaching staff are “highly skilled,” delivering the curriculum effectively so that pupils acquire a “sophisticated vocabulary and understanding.”
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is “exceptional,” with staff successfully adapting delivery to meet individual needs.
- An “ambitious reading programme” ensures children become “confident and fluent readers,” supported by well-trained staff and regular assessment.
- Personal development is “exceptionally strong,” with pupils understanding democracy and the rule of law, and being “highly considerate of the views and beliefs of different groups.”
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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