Whitchurch Church of England Primary School
Whitchurch, RG28 7LS · Hampshire · primary school
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97th 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 — 5.8/10 against 4,224 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 62% | 3.86 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 38% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Whitchurch Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 8.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 405 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
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available during the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Whitchurch Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Whitchurch Church of England Primary School are described as "confident and caring," modelling the school’s values of "love, courage and respect." The report highlights that staff have "high expectations" and that the curriculum is ambitious, with lessons that "connect logically" to help pupils build knowledge. Overall, the school provides a positive environment where pupils feel safe and are well prepared for the next stage of their education.
Strengths
- Pupils are "confident and caring" and understand how to stay safe online and keep themselves healthy.
- The school adapts provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "expertly," with needs identified quickly.
- Staff have "secure subject knowledge" and the curriculum reflects ambition, ensuring most pupils are "well prepared for the next stage of their education."
- Phonics teaching is delivered "systematically," with robust support for those falling behind, resulting in most pupils becoming "confident, fluent readers."
- Governors "support and challenge leaders effectively," with a sharp focus on school improvement and staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure the behaviour policy is implemented "consistently and effectively," as some pupils are not clear about expectations, leading to behaviour that does not meet high standards in some lessons.
- Teachers need to check pupils’ prior learning "effectively across the full curriculum," as assessment strategies are not used effectively enough in a small number of subjects, causing gaps in understanding for some pupils.
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 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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