St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham
Diss, IP22 2LR · Norfolk · primary school
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251st 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 — 1.8/10 against 1,144 of them, against 1.6/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| 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.
St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham overview
How it's doing
In 2023/24, 50.0% 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 'Requires improvement' in April 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 (1.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 12 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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 plan to raise attainment from the current 50.0% expected standard? What specific actions are being taken following the 2024 'Requires improvement' inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham
Overview
Pupils at St Andrew’s CofE VA Primary School are described as polite, friendly, and keen to learn, living up to the vision to ‘shine as lights in the world’. While behaviour is well managed and early reading is taught consistently, the quality of education is inconsistent across the curriculum. This variability means pupils achieve more successfully in some subjects than others, with some becoming confused when learning needs are not clearly met.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate positive relationships, focus quickly in lessons, and play well together outside.
- Early reading is a priority; phonics is taught consistently well, and pupils who fall behind receive regular support to catch up.
- Behaviour is well managed with consistent systems, ensuring very little disruption to learning.
- Pupils enjoy trips and community experiences that raise aspirations and foster a sense of helping others.
- The interim executive board works closely with the school, monitoring progress and holding leaders to account.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must implement focused professional development to ensure staff can effectively adapt the curriculum for all learners, addressing current inconsistencies.
- The school needs to quality assure the curriculum with greater rigour, monitoring regularly to take immediate action on weaknesses.
- Leaders should adopt strategies to ignite a love of reading, encouraging pupils to read a wide range of books by choice for pleasure and knowledge.
Safeguarding
The report states that the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
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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