Newport Primary School
Newport, CB11 3PU · Essex · primary school
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371st of 391 primary schools in Essex we can score, 444 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 — 0.0/10 against 4,208 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 | 16.0 · 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.
Newport Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 16.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025. 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 (0.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 155 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 literacy? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in maths? How does the school monitor progress for children who have not yet reached the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Newport Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that standards at Newport Primary School have declined since the previous inspection, prompting a future graded inspection. While pupils are described as happy and safe, inconsistencies in teaching expectations and curriculum delivery have limited achievement, particularly for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- Pupils are "happy, polite and welcoming" and feel safe due to strong relationships with trusted adults.
- The school prioritises reading, with a new phonics approach helping pupils improve fluency and confidence.
- Effective systems for promoting attendance are now in place, reducing previous levels of absence.
- Pupils benefit from meaningful personal development opportunities, including clubs, trips, and roles such as school councillors.
- Governors have re-established leadership stability and are "fully committed to helping the school improve."
Areas to improve
- Raise inconsistent teacher expectations and ensure staff receive support to deliver the new curriculum effectively.
- Improve the quality of provision for pupils with SEND to prevent frustration and disruptive behaviour.
- Establish subject leadership roles to ensure consistent oversight of curriculum quality and subject knowledge.
- Enhance the early years curriculum to better prepare children with the foundational knowledge needed for key stage 1.
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 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 45% |
| 2024/25 | 16% |
| 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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