Sheringham Community Primary School
Sheringham, NR26 8UH · Norfolk · primary school
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135th 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 3,377 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4/10 among them, against 2.9/10 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 | 61.0 · 41 | 40% | 1.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 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.
Sheringham Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4 out of 10 among them, against 2.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the School Hand Bell Team and School Band, while others take Brass or Cello lessons.
Getting in
The published school roll is 398 pupils against a stated capacity of 690. 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 help students progress to the higher standard? How does the school balance academic targets with time for music and arts?
What Ofsted said about Sheringham Community Primary School
Overview
Sheringham Community Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a happy and safe environment where pupils enjoy positive relationships with caring staff. The school maintains high expectations for all pupils, both personally and academically, supported by a well-planned curriculum that fosters resilience and emotional well-being.
Strengths
- Pupils learn in a ‘happy and safe school community’ where they are treated ‘as an individual’ and feel their views are listened to.
- The curriculum is ambitious and embedded for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with key vocabulary and reasoning skills clearly taught.
- Staff effectively check understanding, adapt teaching to address misconceptions, and provide timely support, helping pupils retain knowledge through regular reviews.
- The school promotes a love of reading with a well-stocked library and high-quality books matched to pupils’ phonics knowledge.
- Governors provide appropriate support and challenge, while the school prioritises staff workload management and professional development.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure individual targets for pupils with SEND are specific and measurable, so support is precisely tailored to their needs.
Safeguarding
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| 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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