Kelling CE Primary School
Kelling, NR25 7ED · Norfolk · primary school
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230th 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 2,979 of them, against 0.4/10 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 | 17.0 · 1 | 40% | 0.03 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kelling CE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 17.0% 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%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2023. 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, 0.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Baking, Art and Craft, and Health & Wellbeing clubs, play football, and attend the Year 5 residential at How Hill. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 56 pupils against a stated capacity of 90. 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 bridge the gap between the current 17.0% expected standard and the national median? What specific strategies are in place to improve attainment in maths? How does the after-school club integrate with the core curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Kelling CE Primary School
Overview
Kelling CE Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils feel part of a "thriving community" and are "safe and happy." Leaders have created a positive culture where bullying is "very rare" and staff model "kindness and respect," resulting in lessons that are "calm and purposeful." The school benefits from strong relationships between staff, pupils, and the local community, with leaders continuously improving the curriculum.
Strengths
- The curriculum is planned in a "logical order," with "exemplary planning" and resources that reduce teacher workload and build on past successes.
- Teachers are "well trained" and "committed," using effective routines to help pupils recall knowledge and quickly spot "misconceptions."
- The early reading curriculum helps pupils "swiftly learn to read," with books matching the sounds they learn and targeted support for those needing to catch up.
- Leaders are "knowledgeable about special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)," providing swift action and external support to secure additional help for pupils.
- Children in Reception "settle rapidly" into routines and are well prepared for Year 1 through adapted curriculum activities.
Areas to improve
- Occasionally, the work set for pupils "lacks sufficient practice," which limits some pupils’ opportunities to fully develop their knowledge and understanding; leaders should ensure teachers provide additional practice opportunities.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff knowledge regularly refreshed through training and leaders keeping detailed records while being proactive in securing timely support for pupils at risk.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 33% |
| 2024/25 | 17% |
| 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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