Norwood Primary School
Southport, PR9 7DU · Sefton · primary school
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43rd of 69 primary schools in Sefton we can score, 74 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 the 3,615 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1/10 among them, against 2.8/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
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, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1 out of 10 among them, against 2.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Wally Cain Dance club and visit the Atkinson Theatre. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 621 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment towards the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Norwood Primary School
Overview
Norwood Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "lively, happy" environment where pupils feel safe and enjoy learning. Leaders have established positive relationships with parents and maintain high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious and interesting," with knowledge "carefully considered and organised" to help pupils remember more over time.
- Reading is a priority; staff are well trained in phonics, and struggling readers receive extra sessions, resulting in pupils becoming "confident and fluent readers."
- Pupils behave well, knowing the rules and following them with only "occasional reminder[s] from adults."
- Leaders listen to pupil views, modifying lunchtimes and offering a "wide-ranging offer of extra-curricular clubs" to meet their interests.
- Staff workload is managed effectively, ensuring it is "not excessive," and governors "support and challenge the school leaders appropriately."
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not allow pupils enough opportunities to revisit previous learning, making understanding insecure; leaders should ensure pupils can "recap on their prior learning" before moving to new ideas.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to spot risks and a clear recording system allowing leaders to act quickly so pupils receive help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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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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