Oulton Broad Primary School
Lowestoft, NR32 3JX · Suffolk · primary school
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16th of 232 primary schools in Suffolk we can score, 253 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 — 8.2/10 against 3,508 of them, against 7.6/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 62% | 5.28 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 38% | 2.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Oulton Broad Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The school achieved a higher standard for 9.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 378 pupils against a stated capacity of 346. 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 are class sizes managed when the roll exceeds the designated place count? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Oulton Broad Primary School
Overview
Oulton Broad Primary School is described as a "unique and special place to learn" where pupils are "happy, safe, keen and inquisitive." The report highlights a strong ethos centred on the values of "caring, learning and winning," resulting in an environment where staff, parents, and pupils are "overwhelmingly positive" about the school’s impact.
Strengths
- The curriculum is carefully structured with a "sharp focus on developing language and communication skills" from the Nursery upwards, ensuring pupils build rich knowledge over time.
- Reading is prioritised through a "systematic approach to the teaching of phonics" and "highly individualised support," enabling even those who find reading difficult to "catch up quickly."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive a "bespoke curriculum expertly designed to meet their needs," allowing them to achieve their potential.
- Behaviour is "exemplary," with pupils demonstrating "strong moral values" and a high level of motivation to "do well and improve."
- There are extensive opportunities for pupil leadership and community involvement, including roles such as "mathematics ambassadors" and visits to local care homes.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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