Aldborough Primary School
Norwich, NR11 7PH · Norfolk · primary school
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12th of 281 primary schools in Norfolk we can score, 343 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.4/10 against 4,250 of them, against 7.6/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 71.0 · 68 | 62% | 4.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 38% | 3.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Aldborough Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 18.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 126 pupils against a stated capacity of 153. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
With 27 places currently vacant, how does the school manage class sizes for new intakes? Since the website lists no extracurriculars, what opportunities exist for pupils to develop interests outside the core curriculum? How does the school support pupils who do not reach the expected standard in their assessments?
What Ofsted said about Aldborough Primary School
Overview
Aldborough Primary School is described as a place where pupils are "proud to be part of their school community" and feel like members of a ‘family’. The report highlights an "ambitious and well designed" new curriculum that builds knowledge progressively, resulting in pupils who are "confident and happy" and achieve well.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious and well designed," with staff anticipating misconceptions and planning effectively to support learning.
- Phonics is taught well, with "high expectations and familiar routines" helping pupils become "confident readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have a "voice in deciding what will help them learn" and increasingly achieve curriculum ambitions.
- Strong relationships between staff, pupils, and parents foster a culture of "respect, inclusion and high expectations."
- The early years provision prepares children well, with adults encouraging them to "try new things and challenge themselves."
Areas to improve
- In some newer subjects, pupils have "gaps in their knowledge" from past weaker learning; staff must use effective strategies to address missed learning.
- The writing curriculum does not sufficiently support pupils in applying grammar and spelling knowledge; more opportunities are needed to "practise and apply their writing knowledge" in subjects other than English.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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