North Crawley CofE School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary controlled school |
| Age Range | 4-7 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Church Walk North Crawley Newport Pagnell Buckinghamshire MK16 9LL |
| Reference Number | 110406 |
North Crawley CofE School continues to be a good school that fosters a nurturing environment for its pupils. The school, which is very small with only 27 pupils, has created a positive and safe atmosphere where children feel confident and happy. Staff are dedicated to meeting high expectations, and their efforts in promoting personal and academic development are evident. The curriculum is ambitious, with strong emphasis on early reading and individual support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Parents appreciate the school's commitment to celebrating uniqueness and providing diverse learning opportunities. Despite its strengths, some teaching activities do not consistently ensure that all pupils secure key knowledge over time, which is an area for improvement. The school has effectively reduced absence rates, and overall, pupils thrive with a variety of opportunities for personal development. The leadership demonstrates a commitment to collaboration and enhancing professional capacity, leading to a supportive community among staff and parents alike. This inspection marks the first ungraded check since the school's previous good rating in September 2018.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 24 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 62.5%
Girls: 37.5% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 4.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 20.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 12 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 11 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| 2 | 5 | Unknown | 5 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 66.7% |
| African | 8.3% |
| Asian, Other | 8.3% |
| White, Other | 4.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 14 Feb 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 14 Feb 2024 | School inspection |
| 12 Sep 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Jun 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 19 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 29 Sep 2006 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 06 Oct 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong start in early years with effective transition support
- High priority on reading with a well-structured phonics approach
- Engaging and broad curriculum enriched by diverse experiences
- Effective support for pupils with SEND, ensuring progress
- Positive and calm atmosphere fostering strong relationships
- High levels of parental satisfaction and community support
- Successful initiatives to improve attendance rates
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent teaching activities that do not ensure all pupils learn key content securely
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 11 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 3 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 8 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Holywell School
Red Lion Close, Cranfield, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 0JA |
2.43 miles |
|
Sherington Church of England School
School Lane, Sherington, Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire, MK16 9NF |
2.43 miles |
|
Cranfield Church of England Academy
Court Road, Cranfield, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 0DR |
2.44 miles |
|
Tickford Park Primary School
Avon Close, Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire, MK16 9DH |
3.01 miles |
|
Cedars Primary School
Bury Street, Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire, MK16 0DT |
3.26 miles |
|
Broughton Manor Preparatory School
Newport Road, Milton Keynes, MK10 9AA |
3.45 miles |
|
Brooklands Farm Primary School
152 Fen Street, Brooklands, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK10 7EU |
3.45 miles |
|
Broughton Fields Primary School
Milton Road, Broughton, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK10 9LS |
3.65 miles |
|
Green Park School
Green Park Drive, Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire, MK16 0NH |
3.68 miles |
|
Willen Primary School
Beaufort Drive, Willen, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK15 9HN |
4.03 miles |
|
St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary
Wafandun Lane, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK17 7AA |
4.03 miles |
|
Portfields Primary School
Westbury Lane, Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire, MK16 8PS |
4.04 miles |
|
Newton Blossomville Church of England School
Newton Blossomville, Turvey, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 8AL |
4.28 miles |
|
Giffard Park Primary School
Broadway Avenue, Giffard Park, Giffard Park Primary School, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK14 5PY |
4.28 miles |
|
Middleton Primary School
Noon Layer Drive, Middleton, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK10 9EN |
4.38 miles |
|
Monkston Primary School
Wadhurst Lane, Monkston, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK10 9LA |
4.42 miles |
|
Brooksward School
Tower Drive, Neath Hill, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK14 6JZ |
4.74 miles |
|
Marston Moreteyne VC School
Church Walk, Marston Moreteyne, Bedfordshire, MK43 0NE |
4.79 miles |
|
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
Tewkesbury Lane, Monkston Park, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK10 9PH |
4.85 miles |
|
Great Linford Primary School
St. Leger Drive, Great Linford, Milton Keynes, MK14 5BL |
4.94 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
E-Act Ousedale School
The Grove, Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire, MK16 0BJ |
3.76 miles |
|
Glebe Farm School
Burney Drive, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK17 8XY |
4.27 miles |
|
Oakgrove School
VENTURER GATE, MIDDLETON, MILTON KEYNES, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK10 9JQ |
4.5 miles |
|
Wootton Upper School
Hall End Road, Wootton, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9HT |
4.6 miles |
|
Kents Hill Park all-through school
Kents Hill Park, Kents Hill, Milton Keynes, MK7 6BZ |
4.83 miles |