Velmead Junior School
Fleet, GU52 7LG · Hampshire · primary school
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21st 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.5/10 against 3,535 of them, against 9.6/10 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 | 86.0 · 95 | 40% | 3.78 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 28.0 · 97 | 25% | 2.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Velmead Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 86.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 28.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. 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 (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Chess, Orchestra, Choir, Coding, Sewing, Cookery, and Homework Clubs, as well as Velmead Voices. Sports include Athletics, Cross Country, Petanque, Netball, and football for both girls and boys. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 373 pupils against a stated capacity of 376. 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 curriculum support pupils who reach the higher standard in maths? What does the daily timetable look like for children attending the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Velmead Junior School
Overview
Velmead Junior School continues to be a good school where pupils thrive and feel safe. Leaders have designed a thoughtful curriculum that develops the whole child, supported by staff who are proud of their work and feel valued.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour, are well-mannered, and actively live the school’s values.
- Reading is prioritised, with pupils achieving highly and enjoying a wide range of texts and opportunities.
- Teachers in subjects such as mathematics and PE use "effective questioning" and clear explanations to build knowledge.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities learn alongside peers with closely matched adaptations.
- Staff and parents feel supported, with parents being "positive about all the school offers".
Areas to improve
- Assessment information is not always used carefully to adapt the curriculum across all subjects, meaning learning does not always help pupils confidently develop knowledge and skills.
- Leaders must ensure teachers consistently choose the right activities and resources across every subject to support higher achievement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with very clear systems, regular monitoring by governors, and staff who understand their roles through appropriate training.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 81% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 86% |
| 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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