Tilney St Lawrence Community Primary School
King's Lynn, PE34 4QZ · Norfolk · primary school
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270th 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 — 0.2/10 against 3,537 of them, against 0.6/10 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 | 29.0 · 2 | 40% | 0.10 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| 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.
Tilney St Lawrence Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 29.0% 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 'Requires improvement' in June 2024. 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 (0.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 76 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 plan to improve attainment in maths following the 2024 inspection? What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about Tilney St Lawrence Community Primary School
Overview
The report states that the school has not maintained a good quality of education since the previous inspection, largely due to "significant challenges in terms of leadership." While pupils benefit from a caring environment and improved behaviour management, the curriculum is not consistently effective, hindering academic achievement. The new leadership team is taking action to refine the curriculum and improve outcomes.
Strengths
- Pupils show "kindness and respect" and are "polite and courteous," with a new positive behaviour policy working well.
- Strong pastoral support helps pupils feel "happy, secure and ready to learn," with trusted adults available for assistance.
- Personal development is enriched by a well-structured curriculum, leadership opportunities, and trips that broaden horizons.
- Most pupils learn to read fluently through an established early reading programme delivered by trained staff.
- Staff feel well supported regarding workload and well-being, and SEND needs are identified and adapted for positively.
Areas to improve
- Leaders and governors must "monitor and challenge more robustly" to ensure the school makes necessary improvements to the quality of education.
- Leaders must prioritise "subject-specific training for staff" to ensure they have the expertise to deliver the planned curriculum effectively.
- The early years curriculum requires greater precision to ensure children secure "key foundational knowledge" and are fully prepared for Year 1.
- The school must provide timely support for pupils falling behind in early reading so they can "catch up with their peers as quickly as possible."
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 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 33% |
| 2024/25 | 29% |
| 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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