Bexton Primary School

A good academy converter school in Cheshire East. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bexton Primary School.

Knutsford, WA169DB Ofsted: Good Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

80

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
80.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 95.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
86.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 23.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
31 January 2018
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Blackhill Lane
Knutsford, WA169DB
Phone
1565632816
Website
bexton.cheshire.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
147133
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Blackhill Lane, Knutsford, WA16 9DB
Website
http://www.bexton.cheshire.sch.uk
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
CHESHIRE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
420 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
473
Free School Meals
6.1% (29 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.0% (19 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
96.2%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
6.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
95.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
23.0%
Reading Score:
111.0
Maths Score:
110.0
Grammar Score:
109.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
95.0 (+36.2 vs average)
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher):
23.0 (+15.7 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
6.5 (11.0 below average)
Maths Score:
110.0 (+5.9 vs average)
Reading Score:
111.0 (+5.8 vs average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 110.0 111.0
2023 110.0 111.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
47
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
473 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Stable performance

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Together we can make a difference"

Be positive Be hardworking Be respectful Be kind Never give up

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Bexton! A warm welcome to Bexton Primary School and Nursery. The Headteacher outlines that the school aims for high academic aspiration, a culture of care and safety, and the development of confident, kind and resilient young people. The Pathway framework runs through every subject, experience and opportunity via five Trails (Performance, Social, Community, Team and Communication) to help pupils grow in confidence, creativity and character as they progress through school.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Clay Creators Tag Rugby Netball Handball Infant Dance Photography Junior Dance Girls Football Boys Football Minecraft Multi-Skills Dodgeball Music Club Crafternauts Basketball Boxing and Fun Fitness Football

Sports

Netball Football Basketball Dodgeball Tag Rugby Handball

Curriculum Highlights

The Pathway: One Journey, Five Trails, Every Child Learning Journeys (Long Term Plans) Schemes of Work English Floppy's Phonics Mathematics Jigsaw (PSHRE) Online Safety Music Provision Homework Assessment Reading at Home Physical Education Our Curriculum: An Authentic Learning Journey on The Pathway The Pathway: One Journey, Five Trails, Every Child

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Dawn2Dusk Club (Wraparound care & Holiday Club)

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