Avenue Junior School
Norwich, NR2 3HP · Norfolk · primary school
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100th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,893 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.2/10 among them, against 3.9/10 nationally. 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 | 61.0 · 41 | 40% | 1.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Avenue Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3 out of 10 among them, against 3.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Rubix Cube, Debating and Film clubs. Sports include Football, Korfball, Netball, Multi-skills, Tag Rugby and Yoga. Arts and music provision covers Choir, Orchestra, Wind band and String group.
Getting in
The published school roll is 466 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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
How does the school support pupils to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards in maths? What specific steps are taken to maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the recent inspection?
What Ofsted said about Avenue Junior School
Overview
Avenue Junior School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils describe the school as a place where everyone feels welcome, guided by the mantra of being ‘ready, respectful and safe’. The school offers a broad and ambitious curriculum, with pupils keen to discuss their studies and take responsibility for their learning.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious, well-sequenced and broad’, with consistent approaches in English and mathematics helping pupils recall learning well.
- ‘High-quality texts’ promote a love of reading, and pupils talk enthusiastically about the classic and modern literature they study.
- Pupils behave well, showing empathy and understanding for others, while confidently standing up against behaviour or language they dislike.
- Staff provide appropriate support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), including bespoke provision in the specialist ‘Acorn’ class.
- Governors understand their roles in supporting and challenging the school, and teachers value the collaboration and training provided.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the school has not agreed the best approach to deliver the curriculum, meaning pupils’ knowledge and understanding are not as secure as they could be.
- Assessment in some areas is still developing and not aligned with the intended curriculum, so gaps in pupils’ knowledge are not always identified quickly enough.
Safeguarding
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 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| 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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