Western House Academy
Slough, SL1 5TJ · Slough · primary school
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6th of 27 primary schools in Slough we can score, 28 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 — 9.7/10 against 3,623 of them, against 9.4/10 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 | 85.0 · 94 | 40% | 3.75 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 23.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.37 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Western House Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 85.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 23.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (9.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Crafts, Reading, Origami, Sewing, and Music Clubs. Trips include camping on the school grounds, a residential trip to Woodrow House, and a visit to Paris. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 679 pupils against a stated capacity of 720. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What does the residential trip to Woodrow House involve for younger children?
What Ofsted said about Western House Academy
Overview
Western House Academy continues to be a good school, where leaders maintain high ambitions for all pupils to reach their full potential. The report highlights a friendly environment where pupils behave well, feel safe, and enjoy demonstrating their understanding in lessons.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well designed" and "ambitious for all pupils," including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with effective support systems in place.
- Pupils benefit from an "impressive range of experiences" and extracurricular activities that help them become active citizens and prepare for future career pathways.
- Staff work well together as an "effective team," with leaders being "very aware of staff workload" and prioritising well-being.
- Early reading is a priority, with children getting off to a "good start" and staff providing effective guidance to close knowledge gaps.
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective," with a strong culture where concerns are acted on promptly and pupils receive good support for their physical and mental health.
Areas to improve
- Leaders need to ensure the assessment system is fully implemented in foundation subjects so teachers can check whether pupils are remembering key information.
- Leaders must ensure teachers in some foundation subjects receive the necessary subject-specific training to implement the curriculum fully effectively and help pupils make connections in their learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where all staff are well trained and concerns are acted on promptly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 79% |
| 2024/25 | 85% |
| 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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