St John's Community Primary School and Nursery
Norwich, NR12 8NX · Norfolk · primary school
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225th 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 3,141 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6/10 among them, against 2.1/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 62% | 1.00 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 38% | 1.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John's Community Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6 out of 10 among them, against 2.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 221 pupils against a stated capacity of 202. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about St John's Community Primary School and Nursery
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils feel safe and are greeted warmly by staff, fostering "caring and respectful" relationships. While behaviour and personal development are strong, the quality of education and leadership require improvement because teachers do not consistently address errors, leading to "gaps in knowledge" that hinder pupil achievement.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, understanding rules and maintaining calm, focused lessons with rare disruption.
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils showing a "good understanding of different faiths and cultures" and benefiting from wide enrichment opportunities.
- The early years provision is "thoughtfully considered and engaging," leaving children well prepared for Year 1.
- Reading is prioritised effectively, with a structured phonics programme and timely support for those falling behind.
- The school is inclusive, with effective, tailored support enabling pupils with special educational needs to access the full curriculum.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must use assessment effectively to "identify, correct and address misunderstandings" in pupils’ work to prevent gaps in knowledge.
- The school needs to monitor curriculum implementation thoroughly to provide teachers with the "guidance and support" required to teach consistently well.
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 | 30% |
| 2023/24 | 42% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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