Bignold Primary School and Nursery
Norwich, NR2 2SY · Norfolk · primary school
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118th 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 — 3.8/10 against 2,490 of them, against 3.5/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.30 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.79 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.01 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bignold Primary School and Nursery 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 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Bridge Builders, Bridge Explorers, Bridge Bites, Bridge Celebrations, Young Carers, and Moving Across The Bridge. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 399 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 maths? What specific activities take place during the Bridge Bites sessions? How does the school plan to maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Bignold Primary School and Nursery
Overview
The report describes Bignold Primary School and Nursery as a "lovely place in which to learn" where "strong and healthy relationships sit at the heart" of the community. Pupils are characterised as "polite, well-mannered and respectful," benefiting from high adult expectations and a curriculum designed to ensure they "learn and achieve well." The inspection highlights effective leadership and a positive culture, noting that the school provides robust support for pupils’ physical and mental health.
Strengths
- "A love of reading flows through the school," with skilled adults ensuring every pupil learns to read well through regular practice and rich language opportunities.
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour, experiencing "very little disruption in lessons" and taking pride in their conduct and team achievements.
- The curriculum is "carefully designed" with strong subject knowledge among teachers, ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive full access to learning.
- Pupils develop a "well-developed moral compass," showing respect for different views and cultures while actively participating in school life through roles like playground buddies.
- Early years provision is praised, with children in pre-school and Nursery being "well cared for" and developing essential social skills and vocabulary quickly.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers "fully implement the curriculum" in a small number of subjects where new plans have recently been introduced, so older pupils can make up for gaps in deep knowledge.
- Trust leaders should provide further training for local governing body members, who currently "do not fully understand their roles and responsibilities" and focus too much time on aspects for which they are not accountable.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that adults are vigilant, training is regular, and checks on staff are thorough.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 41% |
| 2023/24 | 45% |
| 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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