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Norwich Primary Academy was inspected by Ofsted in March 2025 in an ungraded inspection that identified the school was maintaining and building upon the standards at the previous inspection, where the school was rated Good in November 2019.
Ofsted found that Norwich Primary Academy is a school where pupils learn well. They said that pupils have a curriculum that helps them to learn more and remember more.
Pupils receive a warm welcome daily at this school. They benefit from how deeply staff care about them. The school makes time to get to know pupils’ needs and interests. This is particularly successful for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Some pupils say there is no bullying at all. Others say there is some, but staff deal with it really well. As a result, pupils feel safe, happy and are ready to learn.
'Pupils’ personal development is woven through school life. The school has crafted a curriculum and enrichment offer that gives pupils pride in where they live. Pupils have valuable opportunities to contribute to their community.'
Ofsted
Pupils talk positively about their learning. They relish reward points for their work, attitude and effort. They are very proud of their achievements and are striving to achieve the recently introduced ‘diamond’ star
Pupils enjoy the range of opportunities to broaden their horizons. This includes visits to zoos, the local university and local areas of interest. Many pupils take up the offer of a club, such as dodgeball, choir or arts and crafts. There is an extensive range of competitive sporting events for all pupils. Leadership roles, such as house captains, peer mentors and school councillors, encourage and develop responsibility.
The school has designed an aspirational curriculum. In all subjects, the school has carefully considered the key knowledge pupils need to learn.
The focus on raising attainment in pupils’ writing is having a positive impact. There is a clear progression of writing skills in place. Pupils are encouraged to take pride in the presentation of their writing. Staff use appropriate texts to explore the features of different genres. As a result, pupils use these ideas successfully in their own writing.
'The school makes reading a priority. Children learn to love reading as soon as they begin in the Reception Year. A range of well-chosen books and stories are threaded through the curriculum.'
Ofsted
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Parents can give their views about the college and see what other parents have said on the Ofsted Parent View site.
