Blofield Primary School
Blofield, NR13 4PL · Norfolk · primary school
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134th 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 3,377 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 2.8/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Blofield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2 out of 10 among them, against 2.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Art, Cookery, Computing, Philosophy, Science and Maths clubs, plus Korfball. Sports include athletics, tennis, football, netball, tag rugby, swimming and badminton. Music options cover choir, band, marimba, recorders, guitar, drums, woodwind and brass. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 220 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
What specific support is provided for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How are the various music and sports activities scheduled to ensure all pupils can participate?
What Ofsted said about Blofield Primary School
Overview
Blofield Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a nurturing environment where pupils achieve well. The report highlights a well-thought-through curriculum that builds knowledge over time, supported by effective teaching and a wide range of enriching outdoor activities.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ambitious, with key knowledge building over time through regular practice like ‘knowledge drops’ and ‘daily calculations’.
- Pupils achieve above national averages in reading and mathematics, supported by well-trained staff teaching phonics daily from reception.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported, receiving help to access the same learning as their peers.
- A wide range of sports clubs, trips, and experiences, such as forest school and visits to places of worship, broaden pupils’ interests and development.
- Staff feel supported, with workload well considered, and share leaders’ vision for a positive environment.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must establish an effective programme to ensure pupils acquire the physical skills for competent handwriting, as some writing is currently difficult to read.
- Leaders must support staff to manage low-level disruption, as the revised behaviour policy is not yet fully reflected in all pupils’ engagement.
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 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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