Westfield Junior School
St Ives, PE27 5RG · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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135th of 197 primary schools in Cambridgeshire we can score, 210 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 — 2.1/10 against 3,087 of them, against 2.5/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Westfield Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 234 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to improve attainment in writing?
What Ofsted said about Westfield Junior School
Overview
Westfield Junior School continues to be a good school, described as a "happy and inclusive" environment where pupils feel safe and valued. The report highlights a "carefully considered and ambitious curriculum" that sets out important knowledge, supported by staff with "strong subject knowledge" who plan lessons effectively.
Strengths
- Pupils are "polite, kind and respectful," with bullying being rare and dealt with effectively when it occurs.
- Teachers use appropriate resources, such as practical games in mathematics, and regularly check learning to address misconceptions.
- Leaders promote a "love of reading" through diverse book choices and a structured phonics programme, with extra support for those falling behind.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified early and receive tailored support to access the curriculum.
- Personal development is well supported through clubs, sports competitions, and positions of responsibility like the school council.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should implement plans to complete training for all staff teaching phonics, as a small number are not yet fully trained, meaning some pupils may not progress as quickly as they could.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong safeguarding culture," clear systems for managing concerns, and staff who receive regular training to spot signs of risk.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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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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