Wroughton Junior Academy
Great Yarmouth, NR31 8BD · Norfolk · primary school
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187th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.8/10 against 881 of them, against 4.2/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wroughton Junior Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 9.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school "Requires improvement" in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Nature, Library, Choir and Computer Clubs, play football, badminton, multisport, futsal and netball, and visit the Sealife Centre, Norwich Castle Museum and Kingswood Residential. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 255 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 bridge the gap between the 56.0% expected standard and the national median of 64%? What specific actions are being taken to address the "Requires improvement" rating from the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Wroughton Junior Academy
Overview
The report describes Wroughton Junior Academy as a "caring school" where relationships are "warm and nurturing" and pupils feel safe. While behaviour and personal development are rated as good, the overall effectiveness and quality of education are judged as requiring improvement due to "significant turbulence in leadership" and inconsistent assessment practices.
Strengths
- Pupils behave sensibly, adhering to a clear behaviour policy with "habits of attention" applied consistently.
- Staff are well trained in phonics and reading, providing effective support to those falling behind and fostering a "culture of reading for pleasure".
- Teachers effectively support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) in the classroom.
- The curriculum for personal development is well-planned, offering rich opportunities through trips and projects.
- Attendance systems are robust, with initiatives like ‘Freddo Friday’ helping to improve punctuality for many pupils.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must use a "consistent and effective approach to assessment" in foundation subjects to identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge.
- The school must ensure pupils with SEND receive "precise support" needed to meet individual targets, as current plans are not always addressed consistently.
- Leaders should strengthen work to improve attendance for persistently absent pupils, particularly disadvantaged pupils who miss too much school.
- The school needs to develop effective relationships with parents to restore trust and secure universal support from the wider community.
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 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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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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