SchoolScoresSt Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham
Voluntary aided school · Primary, ages 4 to 11 · Mixed · Church of England
The Street, North Lopham, The Street, Diss, IP22 2LR
01379 687253 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Requires improvement at the inspection that started on 28 February 2024.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Requires improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires improvement |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
Key stage 2 (SATs, age 11), 2024/25
3 pupils in this year group.
Only 3 pupils took these tests, so results can change a lot from year to year. Compare with care.
| Measure | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths | Not published | 56% | 62% |
| Reached the higher standard in reading, writing and maths | Not published | 5% | 8% |
| Met the expected standard in reading | Not published | 72% | 75% |
| Met the expected standard in writing | Not published | 66% | 72% |
| Met the expected standard in maths | Not published | 69% | 74% |
| Average reading scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | Not published | 105 | 106 |
| Average maths scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | Not published | 103 | 105 |
"Not published": Not published: too few pupils, so individual pupils could be identified.
Met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, over time
| 2022/23 | 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|---|
| Not published | 50% | Not published |
Source: DfE key stage 2 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Norfolk. The national closing date for primary applications is 15 January, and offers are sent on 16 April.
This is a Church of England school. When it has more applicants than places it can give priority to families of the faith, for example those who can show regular worship. Check the school's admissions policy to see how places are allocated.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 4th highest of 13 state primary schools in Diss. Higher than 60% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 26.7% | 23.9%* | 26.3% |
| With an education, health and care plan Joint 10th highest of 13 state primary schools in Diss. Higher than 0% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 0.0% | 4.1%* | 3.5% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 1st highest of 13 state primary schools in Diss. Higher than 100% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 60.0% | 15.3%* | 15.0% |
| English as an additional language Joint 11th highest of 13 state primary schools in Diss. Higher than 0% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 0.0% | 15.1%* | 23.4% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) Joint 6th lowest of 13 state primary schools in Diss. Lower than 43% of 16,640 state primary schools in England. | 5.2% | 5.3%* | 5.2% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 5th lowest of 13 state primary schools in Diss. Lower than 54% of 16,640 state primary schools in England. | 11.1% | 12.5%* | 13.0% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils Joint 1st lowest of 13 state primary schools in Diss. Lower than 69% of 16,651 state primary schools in England. | 0.0 | 5.6 | 2.5 |
| Pupils suspended at least once Joint 1st lowest of 13 state primary schools in Diss. Lower than 69% of 16,651 state primary schools in England. | 0.0% | 2.1% | 1.1% |
| Pupils permanently excluded0 pupils | 0.00% | 0.10% | 0.03% |
| Pupils per teacher 13th highest of 13 state primary schools in Diss. Higher than 0% of 16,642 state primary schools in England. | 6.9 | 19.8 | 20.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 13th highest of 13 state primary schools in Diss. Higher than 1% of 16,653 state primary schools in England. | 5.1 | 9.8 | 10.6 |
Comparisons are with primary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26.
Nearby primary schools
- Kenninghall Primary School 2.0 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 2 strong, 5 expected · 63% met expected standard (KS2)
- Garboldisham CofE Primary Academy 2.2 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 58% met expected standard (KS2)
- Bressingham Primary School 2.6 miles · Ofsted: Good (2013), confirmed 2024 · 73% met expected standard (KS2)
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham's Ofsted rating?
St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted at its inspection in 28 February 2024.
How did St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham do in its SATs?
DfE didn't publish this figure for 2024/25. Not published: too few pupils, so individual pupils could be identified.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 121149.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, Key stage 2 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.