Lakenham Primary School
Norwich, NR1 2HL · Norfolk · primary school
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128th 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 — 3.6/10 against 2,274 of them, against 3.1/10 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 | 45.0 · 13 | 40% | 0.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lakenham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 45.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in gymnastics, dance, athletics, swimming, and various team games, alongside arts activities through Norfolk Open Studios.
Getting in
The published school roll is 419 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 national median in core subjects? How are the arts and sports activities integrated into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Lakenham Primary School
Overview
Pupils “thrive” at Lakenham Primary School, where they are “well cared for” and benefit from high expectations that help them “enjoy, aspire and achieve”. The school has improved significantly since its previous inspection, with “outstanding” personal development and early years provision, though some inconsistencies remain in how assessment is used across all subjects.
Strengths
- The curriculum is clearly defined, with a strong focus on reading and vocabulary development that supports all pupils, including those with English as an additional language.
- Personal development is “exceptional”, with a highly effective programme helping pupils become “confident and resilient” while learning about safety and healthy relationships.
- Early years provision is “outstanding”, offering a “fantastic start” with precisely planned learning that ensures children are “incredibly well supported”.
- Staff build strong relationships with families through initiatives like “coffee and lunch box”, fostering excellent home-school collaboration.
- Behaviour is positive, with pupils being “hardworking and respectful” in a “calm and purposeful” learning environment.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, teachers do not use assessment information effectively enough to identify gaps in individual pupils’ knowledge, leading to misunderstandings.
- Leaders must ensure effective use of assessment across all subjects to plan appropriate learning, particularly for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Leaders need to continue ensuring that all staff feel their workload is manageable.
Safeguarding
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 | 27% |
| 2023/24 | 35% |
| 2024/25 | 45% |
| 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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