Grove Primary School
Lowestoft, NR33 8RQ · Suffolk · primary school
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58th of 232 primary schools in Suffolk we can score, 253 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 — 6.5/10 against 3,892 of them, against 6.2/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Grove Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (6.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football, swimming, athletics, and the Terry Butcher Cup.
Getting in
The published school roll is 304 pupils against a stated capacity of 367. 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 activities are included in the swimming and athletics programmes? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Grove Primary School
Overview
Grove Primary School is described as a "welcoming community" where pupils are "happy and proud" to attend. The report highlights "significant improvements" driven by the senior leadership team, resulting in a "Good" overall effectiveness rating and "Outstanding" early years provision.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious" with "clearly defined aims," particularly in reading, writing, and mathematics, where lessons build logically on prior knowledge.
- Reading is a distinct strength; teachers have "ambitious expectations," and pupils "secure the necessary reading skills quickly" with effective support for those falling behind.
- Early years provision is "exceptional," featuring "highly stimulating activities" and skilled use of vocabulary that prepares children well for Year 1.
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes towards their learning," are "polite and friendly," and take on responsibilities such as being ‘play leaders’.
- Leaders ensure the curriculum meets the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) through "appropriate adaptations."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should continue to review and develop curriculum planning and assessment in a "few foundation subjects" that are "not yet so well developed."
- In some subjects, teachers do not always have the information needed to plan lessons that build on previous learning, meaning "pupils do not remember as easily what they have learned."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with a robust culture where staff are "knowledgeable and quick to act" and work closely with external agencies to support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 80% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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