Is Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School a good school?

Whether Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School is a "good" school depends on the child, but the evidence is: Ofsted rated it "Requires Improvement" in 2023. Compare its Ofsted rating, exam results and student score on y.school before deciding.

What do students think of Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School?

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Do parents recommend Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School?

84% of parents would recommend Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School to another parent, according to Ofsted's official Parent View survey.

Where is Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School located?

Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School is located in Andover, Hampshire, South East, SP11 6TY.

What age range does Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School serve?

Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School serves students aged 4 to 11.

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Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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What people say about Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School

From Ofsted Parent View — the official survey of parents at this school.

84% would recommend53% happy with the school51% say their child feels safe

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About Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School

Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School is a primary voluntary-aided school in Andover, South East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this voluntary-aided school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School has 44% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 208 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 35.1%, 6% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.0%.

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OfstedRequires Improvement · 2023KS2 expected44%Attendance95.0%

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Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 4–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 208 pupils
SEN support: 15% of pupils

In context — vs similar-intake schools

Bottom 25% for its intake

Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School is in the bottom 25% for KS2 results (reading, writing & maths) among schools with a similar intake (0–8% of pupils eligible for free school meals).

44%

This school

70%

Similar-intake median

The area around this school

Environment score: 63/100

Good surroundings

Air quality82/100

Transport access18/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School

At Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

72% met the expected standard in reading and 66% in maths.

Attendance at Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School

Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School has an overall absence rate of 5.0%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School is 35.1%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School

Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School has 208 pupils on roll.

6% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

15% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School Ofsted Rating: Requires Improvement

Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School was rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted following an inspection in November 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School is overdue for reinspection.

A "Requires Improvement" rating means Ofsted identified areas where the school needs to improve. The school will typically be reinspected within around two years.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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