Edward Worlledge Ormiston Academy
Great Yarmouth, NR31 0ER · Norfolk · primary school
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174th 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 — 2.0/10 against 1,668 of them, against 2.0/10 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 | 49.0 · 17 | 40% | 0.69 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Edward Worlledge Ormiston Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 49.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (2.0 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils play football, visit Kingswood in Derbyshire, and can join the breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 238 pupils against a stated capacity of 378. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Edward Worlledge Ormiston Academy
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are “surrounded by warmth and kindness” and feel safe, with bullying being rare. Leaders have implemented a “broad and ambitious curriculum” that is rich in knowledge, supported by teaching that helps pupils build on previous learning. The school has moved from a previous inadequate rating to a state where it “no longer requires significant improvement.”
Strengths
- Pupils experience a “calm and purposeful” environment due to consistent routines and clear behavioural expectations.
- Teaching is effective, with teachers using assessment to make “small changes to lessons” or provide extra support to keep pupils on track.
- The early reading curriculum is strong, with teachers providing clear explanations and consistent routines to develop fluency.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is “comprehensive and precise,” with staff identifying needs early.
- Leaders benefit from a “tight-knit support network” and have successfully translated their vision into reality despite pandemic setbacks.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should review how they communicate with parents, as some feel they lack a clear understanding of SEND provision.
- The early years curriculum needs strengthening by identifying and setting out specific vocabulary for all learning areas to deepen children’s understanding.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a culture where pupils know they can go to any adult to be listened to and concerns are swiftly responded to.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 28% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 49% |
| 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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