St William's Primary School
Norwich, NR7 0AJ · Norfolk · primary school
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182nd 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 4,185 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6/10 among them, against 1.6/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 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 William's Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6 out of 10 among them, against 1.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs for Playdough, Drawing, Construction, Animation and Board Games. Sports include Korfball, Girls Football, Boys' football and Multi-skills. Trips visit Hautbois, How Hill, Hilltops and Castleton.
Getting in
The published school roll is 407 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
How does the school support pupils to progress from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in maths?
What Ofsted said about St William's Primary School
Overview
St William's Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school is described as an inclusive community where staff and pupils support each other with respect and kindness, ensuring pupils feel safe and valued. Leaders prioritise high-quality education grounded in strong relationships with families and an understanding of the community’s needs.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad, balanced and carefully ordered," with teachers possessing the subject expertise to teach well and adapt instruction as needed.
- Pupils quickly become fluent readers due to effective phonics teaching and a rich choice of literature that inspires their writing.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "tailored and responsive," enabling them to achieve well from their various starting points.
- Staff foster positive, respectful relationships, resulting in calm and purposeful behaviour in classrooms and high overall attendance.
- The school offers a wide range of enriching activities, including sports clubs, trips, and creative clubs, which broaden pupils’ horizons and spark new interests.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must ensure that presentation in pupils’ books consistently reflects the high standards the school expects, addressing current variability in the quality of work.
- The school should ensure that agreed routines to help pupils engage in learning are used consistently well, preventing pupils from occasionally losing focus.
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 | 35% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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