Bressingham Primary School
Diss, IP22 2AR · Norfolk · primary school
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18th 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 — 7.8/10 against 3,809 of them, against 8.2/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 27.0 · 97 | 25% | 2.42 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bressingham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 27.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 139 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 inspection was recent, what specific improvements have been made since the 2024 report? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Bressingham Primary School
Overview
Bressingham Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a happy and harmonious environment where pupils thrive. The inspection confirms that leaders maintain high expectations, resulting in an ambitious curriculum and strong pupil outcomes.
Strengths
- Pupils embody the school’s ‘ACORN’ values, demonstrating they ‘Aspire’, ‘Collaborate’, and ‘Respect’ one another.
- Teachers possess strong subject knowledge, explaining concepts clearly and supporting pupils to ‘retain important knowledge’ through regular revision.
- Children in Reception learn to read well, with almost all becoming ‘accurate and confident readers’ by Year 1.
- Adults provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), making careful adaptations to lessons.
- Governors hold ‘clear and accurate oversight’ of the school, asking pertinent questions and checking information themselves.
Areas to improve
- Individual targets for pupils with SEND are not consistently precise enough, failing to clearly set out what pupils need to know or do.
- Leaders should ensure staff implement ‘specific, measurable and time-focused support’ so additional help is tightly focused.
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 | 93% |
| 2023/24 | 80% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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