Cherry Tree Academy Trust Marham Junior
King's Lynn, PE33 9JJ · Norfolk · primary school
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193rd 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 3,495 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8/10 among them, against 1.4/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| 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.
Cherry Tree Academy Trust Marham Junior overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8 out of 10 among them, against 1.4 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 215 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 steps are taken to improve attainment in the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in results?
What Ofsted said about Cherry Tree Academy Trust Marham Junior
Overview
Cherry Tree Academy Trust Marham Junior continues to be a good school, where pupils are happy, safe, and well-supported. Leaders have markedly improved the curriculum and its delivery, particularly in reading and mathematics, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for the next stages of their education.
Strengths
- Pupils behave very well, showing respect for peers and staff, with bullying occurring rarely and support readily available.
- The reading curriculum is a strength, with staff tailoring lessons to help early readers gain fluency and those who have fallen behind to catch up quickly.
- Teachers provide engaging activities, such as practical demonstrations of Roman battle formations, helping pupils make sense of the curriculum.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the full curriculum with effective support from well-trained adults.
- The school offers a wide range of creative and sports activities, including ‘fab Fridays’ and residential visits, which bring learning to life.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers lack the clarity, guidance, and support needed to deliver the curriculum effectively, resulting in pupils not achieving as well as they should.
- Leaders should ensure subject leaders develop their expertise to provide specific guidance for teachers in these areas.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, underpinned by a strong culture where staff know potential risks, report concerns quickly, and collaborate with parents and external agencies to protect pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 38% |
| 2023/24 | 41% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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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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