Filby Primary School
Great Yarmouth, NR29 3HJ · Norfolk · primary school
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52nd 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 4,255 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.8/10 among them, against 6.5/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Filby 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%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.8 out of 10 among them, against 6.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join sailing, fencing, badminton, yoga, and Quidditch clubs, with both breakfast and after-school care available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 122 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
What specific support is provided for pupils aiming for the higher standard? How are the various sports clubs scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about Filby Primary School
Overview
Filby Primary School is described as a "small and close-knit community" where pupils feel "safe and secure" and enjoy their learning. Leaders have recently undertaken a thorough review of the curriculum, prioritising reading and mathematics, resulting in pupils achieving well in these core subjects. The school fosters strong relationships, with adults knowing pupils well and consistently applying high behavioural expectations.
Strengths
- Pupils appreciate the supportive environment, noting that adults are "easy to talk to" and that bullying is rare.
- Teachers possess "good subject knowledge" in reading and mathematics, successfully adapting activities and providing timely interventions so "few pupils fall behind".
- The school promotes positive values through the ‘Filby Way’, with pupils proud to earn awards and showing respect for differences.
- Staff are "well-cared for" with manageable workloads, and governors provide "effective challenge and support".
- Pupils develop a mature understanding of world religions, discrimination, and healthy relationships, preparing them confidently for secondary school.
Areas to improve
- Teachers are still developing subject knowledge for recently updated foundation subjects, meaning some do not yet deliver content "as precisely as intended".
- Some pupils have "gaps in the key knowledge" in foundation subjects because misconceptions are not addressed securely or quickly enough before moving on.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff having up-to-date training and leaders responding quickly to concerns to support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 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
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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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