Woodside Primary School
Ruardean, GL17 9XP · Gloucestershire · primary school
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141st of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 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 3,445 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8/10 among them, against 3.6/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Woodside Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8 out of 10 among them, against 3.6 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 122 pupils against a stated capacity of 119. 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
Since the higher standard attainment is 0.0%, what specific support is provided to pupils aiming to exceed the expected standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing a roll that exceeds its designated places?
What Ofsted said about Woodside Primary School
Overview
Woodside Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by strong, respectful relationships between pupils and staff. The environment is described as a "calm and purposeful place" where pupils have positive attitudes and are keen to engage in learning. Leaders maintain high expectations, ensuring a well-sequenced curriculum that supports pupils in building knowledge and vocabulary effectively.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well sequenced across all year groups," with new knowledge broken down into small steps to help pupils build on prior learning.
- "Golden threads" such as diversity and vocabulary are woven through subjects, helping pupils build language skills and understand different perspectives.
- Reading is a high priority with "strong" provision for early reading; most pupils keep up with the phonics scheme and become fluent readers.
- Teachers adapt teaching well to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they progress through the curriculum.
- Staff workload is managed carefully, and teachers feel "well supported" with access to relevant professional development.
Areas to improve
- Pupils lack sufficient opportunities to enhance their "wider development," specifically regarding leadership skills, active citizenship, and knowledge of other communities.
- Leaders should ensure all pupils have greater opportunities to take on responsibility and develop personal and social skills to be better prepared for life in modern Britain.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with rigorous processes in place to keep pupils safe and a culture of vigilance among staff.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 45% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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