St Mary and St Peter Catholic Primary School
Great Yarmouth, NR31 6QY · Norfolk · primary school
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84th 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 — 4.7/10 against 3,450 of them, against 4.7/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary and St Peter Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.7 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Junior Leadership Team, participate in multi-sports, tennis, Zumba and swimming, and attend Creative Writing Day. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 200 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. 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 multi-sports programme? How does the Junior Leadership Team operate during the school day?
What Ofsted said about St Mary and St Peter Catholic Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this school, where they feel safe and are treated with kindness. Leaders have established an ambitious curriculum with high expectations, resulting in positive relationships and good behaviour. The school has improved significantly since its previous inspection, now delivering a good quality of education and effective safeguarding.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "kindness and polite manners" and work collaboratively, with staff maintaining "positive" relationships.
- The curriculum is well-sequenced in most subjects, with "careful adaptations" ensuring pupils with special educational needs access the same learning as their peers.
- Leaders prioritise reading through a clear phonics programme, enabling most pupils to read aloud with "fluency and confidence".
- Early years provision is strong, with staff modelling "calm, kind behaviour" that helps children develop resilience and spoken language.
- Pupils benefit from extra-curricular clubs and opportunities to support the local community, fostering strong personal development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must set out concepts and vocabulary for early years in a few subjects to ensure logical links to Key Stage 1, as some pupils currently struggle to recall prior knowledge.
- Teachers in some subjects need to consistently check pupils’ recall of previous learning to help them remember important information over time.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with "rigorous systems" ensuring pupils are kept safe and staff are clear on raising concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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