Whitewater Church of England Primary School
Hook, RG27 9BG · Hampshire · primary school
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211st 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,088 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6/10 among them, against 3.2/10 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 | 39.0 · 8 | 40% | 0.30 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Whitewater Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 39.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 11.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6 out of 10 among them, against 3.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Cross Country, Tennis, Judo, Football, and Dance, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 111 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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 to bridge the gap between the current 39.0% expected standard and the national median of 64%? What specific strategies are used to maintain the higher standard rate of 11.0%?
What Ofsted said about Whitewater Church of England Primary School
Overview
Whitewater Church of England Primary School is described as a “welcoming and nurturing” institution where pupils are “proud to attend.” The report highlights that the new leadership team has driven “significant positive change,” resulting in a school where pupils behave well and treat each other with “kindness and respect.” The overall effectiveness is judged as Good, reflecting improvements since the previous inspection.
Strengths
- The curriculum has a “clear structure” with knowledge sequenced over time, particularly in English and mathematics where teachers have “strong subject knowledge.”
- Reading is a high priority, supported by a “clear phonics programme” and targeted interventions to ensure every pupil becomes a reader.
- The school is highly inclusive, with leaders quickly identifying pupils with additional needs and providing “bespoke support” so they can access content alongside peers.
- Behaviour is “calm and positive,” underpinned by a shared approach and high expectations modelled by all staff.
- Governors “ask challenging questions to hold leaders to account” and work closely with the leadership team to support improvements.
Areas to improve
- Teachers do not use assessment as effectively in foundation subjects as they do in core subjects; leaders must broaden this strong practice to all subjects.
- The curriculum for some foundation subjects is “not yet fully embedded,” meaning pupils’ knowledge in these areas is less deep or secure than in core subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a “culture of vigilance” where staff are well trained and make timely referrals to external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 39% |
| 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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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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