Hockering Church of England Primary Academy
Dereham, NR20 3HN · Norfolk · primary school
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129th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 4.7/10 against 2,170 of them, against 3.9/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 62% | 3.50 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 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.
Hockering Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% 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%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 30 pupils against a stated capacity of 50. 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 not yet meeting the higher standard in their core subjects? What specific activities are available in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Hockering Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
Pupils are described as “settled, happy and safe” at this Church of England primary academy, which benefits from strong collaboration within its federation and trust. The school provides a “broad and ambitious curriculum” with high expectations, ensuring pupils achieve well and grow in confidence through personalised support and engaging opportunities.
Strengths
- Staff deliver high-quality training and a clearly defined curriculum, ensuring teachers are “knowledgeable about what they teach” and pupils secure intended knowledge.
- Every pupil is known as an individual, with teaching carefully tailored to meet specific needs, particularly for those with special education needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils successfully use phonics to read unfamiliar words and are “enthusiastic about reading,” supported by engaging texts and individualised gap-closing strategies.
- Personal development is promoted well through tailored social and emotional support, such as play therapy, and opportunities to broaden cultural horizons beyond the local village.
- Behaviour is kind and respectful, underpinned by clear expectations and assemblies reinforcing themes of “kindness and helping others.”
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure its approach to teaching grammar, punctuation and spelling is “well established or consistent across the school” so pupils can apply this knowledge effectively in their writing.
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 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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