Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Nr Thetford, IP24 2NG · Suffolk · primary school
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152nd of 232 primary schools in Suffolk we can score, 253 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 4,298 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3/10 among them, against 2.4/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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 Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3 out of 10 among them, against 2.4 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 155 pupils against a stated capacity of 146. 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
Since the 2023 inspection rated the school Good, what specific improvements have been made to support reading and writing since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School continues to be a good school. Leaders have created an “ambitious, well-considered curriculum” that enriches learning by connecting classroom content to the real world. Pupils are proud of their school, feel safe, and respond well to teachers’ high expectations, resulting in calm classrooms where learning is maximised.
Strengths
- Pupils are enthusiastic about learning and benefit from a curriculum that threads “learning beyond the classroom throughout the year”.
- Reading is highly valued and prioritised, with staff providing effective phonics teaching and swift support for those falling behind.
- The provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is carefully planned, ensuring they access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Leaders promote pupils’ wider development effectively, teaching them about “healthy relationships, respect and differences” and democracy.
- Governors are effective at holding school leaders to account, particularly for the quality of education.
Areas to improve
- Leaders and subject leaders should ensure that all areas of the curriculum are implemented to a consistently high quality, as teaching does not always fully follow intended plans.
- Where implementation is inconsistent, pupils receive insufficient opportunities to revisit and practise important knowledge, leaving their understanding less secure.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders creating a positive culture where staff are well trained to identify risks and follow systems to seek help swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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