Witherley Church of England Primary School
Atherstone, CV9 3NA · Leicestershire · primary school
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172nd of 215 primary schools in Leicestershire we can score, 231 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 4,112 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7/10 among them, against 1.9/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 41% | 0.98 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 26% | 0.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Witherley Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7 out of 10 among them, against 1.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 100 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Witherley Church of England Primary School
Overview
Witherley Church of England Primary School is described as a ‘good school’ where pupils feel it is a ‘great place to come to school’. It is a small, safe, and welcoming environment where staff care deeply for pupils, and bullying is rare. The school maintains high expectations for behaviour and supports all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to achieve their potential.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, are ‘considerate and polite’, and help each other, with learning time protected from distractions.
- The mathematics curriculum is ‘generally well sequenced’, with teachers ensuring knowledge is secure before moving pupils on to more complex work.
- Staff identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities quickly, providing extra help that allows them to ‘catch up rapidly’.
- Governors are ‘dedicated’ and work closely with staff in a positive environment, taking account of workload and well-being.
- Safeguarding arrangements are ‘effective’, with staff receiving regular training and being ‘quick to spot signs’ that a pupil may need support.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the new phonics scheme is ‘fully embedded’ and that reading books match the sounds pupils know to improve fluency.
- Curriculum leaders need opportunities to monitor their subjects effectively to ensure the new curriculum approach is having the ‘desired impact’ across all areas.
- Pupils’ understanding of ‘fundamental British values’ is currently limited and requires development.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’, with clear systems for recruitment, regular staff training, and prompt action involving external agencies when necessary.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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