Terrington St John Primary School
Wisbech, PE14 7SG · Norfolk · primary school
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212nd 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 — 0.4/10 against 2,274 of them, against 0.7/10 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 | 33.0 · 4 | 40% | 0.17 |
| 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.
Terrington St John Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 33.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. 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 (0.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 50 pupils against a stated capacity of 85. 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 strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing current performance gaps?
What Ofsted said about Terrington St John Primary School
Overview
Terrington St John Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "small and welcoming" environment where pupils are "happy and safe." Leaders have planned a curriculum that "clearly sets out and sequences what pupils need to know," with staff adept at adapting teaching for mixed-age classes. While pupils generally behave well and work hard, there are inconsistencies in staff subject knowledge and support for pupils with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a positive atmosphere where they understand the importance of being "ready, respectful, safe," and bullying is rare.
- Reading is a high priority; staff teach phonics well to early readers, helping pupils develop "fluency and confidence."
- Leaders provide "high-quality pastoral support," including therapy sessions, to help pupils manage their feelings and emotions.
- The curriculum exposes pupils to diverse cultures, including residential trips to France, fostering respect for those who are different.
- Governors monitor staff workload and well-being effectively, ensuring staff feel "well supported."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure all staff receive adequate training and support to develop their subject knowledge, particularly regarding the phonics programme, so pupils can achieve deeper understanding.
- Leaders must provide more specific and measurable guidance to staff on how to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to ensure they learn as effectively as possible.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to identify risks, raise concerns quickly, and record them accurately.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 20% |
| 2023/24 | 11% |
| 2024/25 | 33% |
| 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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