Westbury-on-Severn Church of England Primary School
Westbury-on-Severn, GL14 1PA · Gloucestershire · primary school
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104th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,480 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3/10 among them, against 5.1/10 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 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Westbury-on-Severn Church of England 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%. For the higher standard, 14.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3 out of 10 among them, against 5.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Chess, Lego, Board Games, Christmas Choir, Drama, Kindness, Eco Warriors, and Craft Clubs. Sports include Football, Kurling, Cross Country, Multisports, and Karate, alongside Drums. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 67 pupils against a stated capacity of 84. 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 national median in core subjects? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard? How does the after-school club integrate with the wider curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Westbury-on-Severn Church of England Primary School
Overview
Westbury-on-Severn Church of England Primary School is described as a "small, inclusive and friendly school" where pupils feel safe and value their friendships. The report highlights a community with "high aspirations for all pupils," underpinned by the motto ‘Small school, dreaming big’. Overall effectiveness is judged as Good, with particular praise for the school’s focus on reading and the positive attitudes of pupils.
Strengths
- Reading is placed "at the heart of the curriculum," with a "structured and consistent approach to the teaching of phonics" helping children become confident readers.
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes to their learning" and form "secure relationships with adults," supported by "carefully tailored pastoral provision."
- The curriculum is "engaging and ambitious," with a "well-developed mathematics curriculum" ensuring effective engagement and long-term retention in subjects like history.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive "relevant adaptations" and specific learning plans, enabling them to "grow in confidence and experience success."
- Personal development is strong, with pupils showing a "highly secure understanding of other faiths and religions" and engaging in activities like mock elections.
Areas to improve
- Expectations for writing are "not consistent," meaning pupils do not always apply writing skills across the wider curriculum; staff must ensure "high expectations for all pupils to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in writing."
- Assessment in some wider curriculum subjects is "not used precisely enough," leading to gaps in pupil knowledge; staff must use assessment effectively to "identify gaps and inform next steps in learning."
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 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 42% |
| 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
—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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