Norwood Primary School
Peterborough, PE4 7DZ · Peterborough · primary school
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5th of 55 primary schools in Peterborough we can score, 61 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 — 9.5/10 against 2,182 of them, against 8.6/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Norwood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 13.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 200 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Norwood Primary School
Overview
Norwood Primary School is described as a happy place where pupils feel safe and supported by kind staff. The inspection found that leaders have established an "ambitious and clearly sequenced curriculum" which helps pupils build knowledge year on year. Overall, the school provides a high-quality education with effective safeguarding arrangements.
Strengths
- Pupils are "happy" and feel secure, noting that bullying is "very rare" and that adults resolve problems effectively.
- The curriculum is well-structured, ensuring pupils learn "subject-specific vocabulary" which aids their understanding of complex concepts.
- Reading is a high priority; staff deliver phonics effectively, resulting in "most pupils [being] fluent readers by the end of Year 1."
- Systems for identifying and supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are effective, allowing them to access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Staff feel "well supported by leaders" and value the training opportunities provided, contributing to a positive school culture.
Areas to improve
- Assessment systems are not fully embedded in a few subjects, meaning staff do not always know enough about what pupils have learned; leaders should implement plans to embed these systems across all subjects.
- Some staff lack confidence in the school’s new approach to managing behaviour, leading to inconsistent understanding among adults and pupils; leaders should revisit staff training to ensure a shared understanding.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with staff receiving up-to-date training and governors making regular checks to ensure systems are implemented correctly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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