St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School
Norwich, NR2 3QB · Norfolk · primary school
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83rd 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 3,942 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1/10 among them, against 4.7/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1 out of 10 among them, against 4.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 424 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 the roll exceeding capacity by 4, how does the school manage class sizes for new entrants? Since the similar-intake comparison shows a lower score than the national average, what specific support is available for pupils who need extra help in maths? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs operate on days with scheduled trips?
What Ofsted said about St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms the school remains ‘good’, with evidence suggesting it could achieve ‘outstanding’ if a graded inspection were conducted. Pupils ‘love their school’ and ‘achieve exceptionally well’, supported by a ‘broad, balanced and exciting’ curriculum and ‘excellent’ behaviour.
Strengths
- Teachers ‘make lessons interesting, relevant and fun’, explaining content clearly to help pupils improve.
- The curriculum is ‘highly effective’, with staff possessing ‘excellent subject knowledge’ and providing robust support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Early years provision is strong, with a ‘carefully structured reading scheme’ ensuring children are ‘well prepared for Year 1’.
- The school ‘promotes a love of reading exceptionally well’, with older pupils engaging with a ‘wide range of authors and genres’.
- Personal development is ‘exceptional’, featuring opportunities such as opera productions and visits to the Houses of Parliament.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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