Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy
Thetford, IP25 7LF · Norfolk · primary school
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7th 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 — 9.7/10 against 4,318 of them, against 9.5/10 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 | 96.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 96.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 18.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join cooking, Lego, mindfulness, ukulele, yoga, Scratch programming, Funky Fingers, and gardening clubs. Sports include walk and run, tennis, cricket, swimming, and cross country. Arts and music provision features a book club and school choir. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 229 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 do not reach the higher standard? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the nursery?
What Ofsted said about Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that the school’s work “may have improved significantly across all areas” since the previous inspection, prompting a future graded inspection. Pupils receive a “top-class education” within a “warm and caring environment” that allows them to “thrive and flourish.” Leaders ensure pupils sit at the heart of all decisions, resulting in high attendance and strong academic outcomes.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve “extremely well” and leave as “well-rounded, compassionate and knowledgeable young people.”
- Teachers explain concepts “skilfully” and make “accurate checks” to ensure understanding, particularly in early reading.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive “precise support” with teaching “well-tailored to meet individual needs.”
- Personal development is of “very high quality,” with pupils developing character, independence, and emotional resilience.
- Attendance is “very high,” supported by leaders who “step in swiftly” to assist families if attendance slips.
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 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 96% |
| 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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