Queen's Hill Primary School
Norwich, NR8 5FT · Norfolk · primary school
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55th 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 the 4,209 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.3/10 among them, against 6.2/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Queen's Hill Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 6.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.3 out of 10 among them, against 6.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Fun Factory, Times Table, Performance, Colouring and Drawing, Card Games, and Creation Station clubs. Sports include football, cricket, dodgeball, and netball. Trips to Eaton Vale and Whitlingham Adventure are offered. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 606 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 not reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the Fun Factory club?
What Ofsted said about Queen's Hill Primary School
Overview
Queen’s Hill Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "nurturing environment" where pupils feel safe and are helped to develop academically and personally. The inspection confirms that leaders have constructed a curriculum that prepares pupils well for future education, with high expectations for everybody and a peaceful, well-organised atmosphere.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy school, behave well, and are treated with "respect and kindness" by staff who create interesting lessons.
- The curriculum is designed to capture pupils’ interests, helping them build knowledge logically and become "avid readers" through a well-constructed phonics programme.
- Staff quickly identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they access the same curriculum as their peers.
- There is a strong focus on personal development, including learning about financial management, mental health, and safe online choices.
- Staff feel valued and supported by leaders, while governors provide effective challenge and support.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, teachers do not plan lessons that teach the key content and knowledge leaders have intended, meaning pupils do not learn as well in these areas as in others.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, underpinned by a strong culture where staff are adept at recognising risks and reporting concerns quickly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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