Sculthorpe Church of England Primary Academy
Fakenham, NR21 9NQ · Norfolk · primary school
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232nd 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.1/10 against 2,609 of them, against 0.5/10 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) 2023/24 | 22.0 · 1 | 40% | 0.05 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2023/24 | 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.
Sculthorpe Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2023/24, 22.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 63%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 6%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. 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 (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 61 pupils against a stated capacity of 90. 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
With 22.0% meeting expected standards, what specific strategies are used to support pupils who are falling behind in literacy? How does the school plan to raise attainment from the current baseline? What does a typical day look like for a pupil who needs extra academic support?
What Ofsted said about Sculthorpe Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
Pupils at Sculthorpe Church of England Primary Academy meet high expectations and enjoy a "well-structured curriculum" that prepares them for future education. The school fosters a positive environment where children are enthusiastic about learning, value staff support, and engage in a wide range of enrichment activities. Overall, the inspection found the school to be effective in its provision, with strong leadership and a clear focus on pupil development.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "appropriate" and designed to help pupils gain necessary knowledge and skills, with staff demonstrating "strong" subject knowledge.
- Reading is a priority; pupils "enjoy reading" and receive targeted support, including books matched to their phonics progress, to become fluent.
- Behaviour is generally positive, with pupils knowing how to report bullying and feeling confident that teachers will deal with it "effectively".
- Personal development is supported through clubs, charitable work, and visits, helping to develop pupils’ "confidence and character".
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective", and leaders actively promote staff well-being and parental engagement.
Areas to improve
- The recently introduced behaviour policy is not applied consistently by all staff, meaning some unacceptable behaviour goes "unchallenged".
- Guidance for supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is not always clear, leading to inconsistent support and learning outcomes for these pupils.
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 | 29% |
| 2023/24 | 22% |
| England | 63% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,190 state schools in England we hold a 2023/24 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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