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What is Southam Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Southam Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2022).

Where is Southam Primary School located?

Southam Primary School is located in Southam, Warwickshire, West Midlands, CV47 0QB.

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Southam Primary School serves students aged 4 to 11.

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Southam Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Southam Primary School

Southam Primary School is a primary academy in Southam, West Midlands. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Southam Primary School has 80% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 206 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 12.9%, 6% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.5%.

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OfstedGood · 2022KS2 expected80%Attendance94.5%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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7.4

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Computed from 15 government data points. Not based on student reviews.

Solid54% data coverage

Source: DfE / Ofsted · context only

Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Southam 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: 206 pupils
SEN support: 10% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 80% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 67/100

Good surroundings

Air quality72/100

Transport access39/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Southam Primary School

At Southam Primary School, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

91% met the expected standard in reading and 88% in maths.

Attendance at Southam Primary School

Southam Primary School has an overall absence rate of 5.5%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Southam Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Southam Primary School is 12.9%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Southam Primary School

Southam Primary School has 206 pupils on roll.

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

10% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Southam Primary School Ofsted Rating: Good

Southam Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in July 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Southam Primary School is due for reinspection this year (2026).

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Southam 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.

Ofsted data is shown for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

Southam Primary School