Great Massingham CofE Primary School
King's Lynn, PE32 2EY · Norfolk · primary school
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273rd 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 — 0.1/10 against 4,208 of them, against 0.5/10 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) 2023/24 | 27.0 · 2 | 62% | 0.12 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2023/24 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Great Massingham CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2023/24, 27.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 63%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 6%. 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 (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 54 pupils against a stated capacity of 66. 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 core subjects? What specific interventions are in place to help raise attainment? How does the school monitor progress for individual children throughout the year?
What Ofsted said about Great Massingham CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Great Massingham CofE Primary School are described as "happy" and part of a "close community" where older students support younger ones. The inspection highlights that the school has successfully raised expectations, resulting in improved core skills in reading and mathematics, alongside strong personal development and behaviour.
Strengths
- Pupils are "enthusiastic and work hard," feeling "safe and well looked after" within a supportive environment.
- Consistent phonics teaching ensures most pupils become "fluent readers," with extra support available for those who find it harder.
- The curriculum includes "challenging, high-quality texts" that broaden pupils' awareness of the wider world and discrimination.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "included well," benefiting from expert advice and detailed classroom adaptations.
- Staff feel "well supported by leaders," and the governing body is "realistic about the further improvement needed."
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure pupils are taught technical writing skills, including grammar, punctuation, and handwriting, in a "coherent and effective way" to meet age-appropriate standards.
- Staff require professional development to ensure their explanations and teaching points are "precise or as clear as they should be" to maximise pupil learning.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 13% |
| 2023/24 | 27% |
| England | 63% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,190 state schools in England we hold a 2023/24 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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