Barnham Broom Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Norwich, NR9 4BU · Norfolk · primary school
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261st 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 4,024 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3/10 among them, against 1.1/10 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 | 44.0 · 12 | 40% | 0.47 |
| Ofsted | 5 | 35% | 0.18 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Barnham Broom Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 44.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection took place in June 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3 out of 10 among them, against 1.1 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 94 pupils against a stated capacity of 126. 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 who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in reading and maths? How does the new Ofsted framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Barnham Broom Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils feel safe, included, and proud of their community, with strong attendance and a calm, orderly culture. While personal development and wellbeing are well supported, the inspection identifies that achievement in mathematics and writing is less secure than in reading, and teaching quality varies in the early years. Leaders have an accurate understanding of these issues and have begun implementing improvements, though these are still at an early stage of implementation.
Strengths
- Pupils are "polite and behave well," contributing to a "calm and orderly culture."
- Attendance is "in line with the national average," supported by effective work with families to reduce barriers.
- Pupils develop "confidence, resilience and a sense of belonging" through a broad range of opportunities, including music, sport, and the arts.
- The school provides effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, with leaders working closely with external agencies.
- Pupils are "confident readers" who receive timely additional support when needed.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure consistency in high-quality teaching and modelling of basic skills, particularly in early writing and mathematics.
- Leaders should establish consistently precise classroom routines to maximise learning time and encourage pupils to take greater pride in their work.
- Leaders should ensure that checks of pupils' learning experiences consistently lead to timely improvements, including for children in the early years.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing "an open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 41% |
| 2024/25 | 44% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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