Sprowston Junior School
Norwich, NR7 8EW · Norfolk · primary school
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163rd 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 — 2.2/10 against 2,425 of them, against 2.3/10 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) 2024/25 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sprowston Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. 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 (2.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in mindfulness, athletics, cricket, cross-country running, dancing, football, gymnastics, tennis, and tag-rugby. Trips include visits to Norwich Cathedral, the Coast, Portals to the Past, the Castle Museum, the Broads, Kentwell Hall, the Norfolk Show, and Hilltop Activity Centre. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 175 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 activities are included in the after-school club? How does the curriculum prepare students for the transition to secondary school?
What Ofsted said about Sprowston Junior School
Overview
Sprowston Junior School continues to be a good school, where pupils feel safe and demonstrate good behaviour. Leaders have established a well-planned curriculum that builds knowledge and skills effectively from Year 3 to Year 6, supported by positive staff-pupil relationships.
Strengths
- Pupils are kept safe, with bullying happening rarely and staff acting swiftly if anyone is unkind.
- The curriculum is well-planned, with leaders identifying key vocabulary to help pupils talk about their learning.
- Teachers use effective methods in most subjects to check understanding and ensure pupils build upon previous knowledge.
- Reading is prioritised, with most pupils learning to read accurately and fluently; staff are swift to support those struggling.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities participate fully, with teachers adapting tasks skilfully to provide extra help.
Areas to improve
- Reading interventions for a few older pupils are not always sharply focused on addressing gaps in phonic knowledge, slowing their progress.
- In a few subjects, teachers’ assessment checks are not as effective, meaning pupils do not always build upon previous learning as strongly as they should.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust recruitment systems and staff trained to identify and respond to concerns swiftly and appropriately.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 42% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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