Bentley Church of England Primary School
About Bentley Church of England Primary School
Bentley Church of England Primary School is a popular choice among local families, with 46 applications for 24 places in the 2025/26 admissions round, giving an oversubscription ratio of 1.92. All 24 first-preference applicants received offers, suggesting that while the school is in demand, it is not out of reach for those who prioritise it. The school’s most recent Ofsted inspection, in 2021, rated it Good overall, with Outstanding marks for personal development and behaviour and attitudes. This aligns with the strong parent-experience signals you might expect: the school clearly fosters a positive environment where children feel safe and motivated. With 187 pupils on roll against a capacity of 218, there is some room for growth, but the oversubscription indicates that Bentley is already a sought-after choice in East Hampshire.
Key Details
The full report on this school
The inspection in plain English, admissions context, and how this school compares to nearby alternatives — all in one full school report.
- Ofsted inspection in plain EnglishStrengths, concerns and what inspectors flagged
- Parent View survey resultsWhat parents told Ofsted — when the school has 10+ responses
- Where Ofsted and parents disagreeGaps to probe + questions to ask at the open day
- Admissions & catchmentAdmission criteria, distance cutoffs (where the LA publishes them)
- Nearby schools comparedBackup options with Ofsted, demand and distance
- Attendance & behaviour dataPersistent absentees, suspensions and exclusions vs national
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2021Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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