Blenheim Park Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 5-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Lancaster Road Sculthorpe Fakenham Norfolk NR21 7PX |
| Phone | 01485528368 |
| Reference Number | 144021 |
Blenheim Park Academy has shown significant improvement since its last inspection, moving from a previous grade of requires improvement to a good rating across all areas. The positive changes introduced by the school leadership have contributed to a supportive environment where pupils feel valued and engaged. Strong communication between staff and students fosters respectful relationships, and an effective early reading program has been established to help students achieve fluency in reading. The school also prioritizes personal development, offering various opportunities for pupils to take on leadership roles, thereby enhancing their confidence and social skills.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 68 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.41%
Girls: 45.59% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 26.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 5.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 23 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| 2 | 3 | 7 | 10 |
| 3 | 7 | 6 | 13 |
| 4 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| 5 | 7 | 8 | 15 |
| 6 | 6 | 4 | 10 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 98.5% |
| White, Other | 1.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 30 Jan 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 30 Jan 2024 | School inspection: |
| 22 Jan 2020 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong communication between adults and pupils.
- High levels of pupil engagement and enjoyment.
- Well-planned early reading curriculum.
- Effective support for pupils with SEND.
- Pupils develop resilience and positive relationships.
- Good behaviour and respect among pupils.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent quality in some areas of the wider curriculum.
- Limited opportunities for experiences beyond the local community.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 90% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 106 | ||
| Maths | 104 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.1 | ||
| Writing | -2.6 | ||
| Maths | -1.7 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 3 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 0 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Rudham CofE Primary Academy
School Road, East Rudham, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 8RF |
2.83 miles |
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Sculthorpe Church of England Primary Academy
Creake Road, Sculthorpe, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 9NQ |
3.6 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Fakenham Academy
Field Lane, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 9QT |
4.63 miles |
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Ortus Education Ltd - West Raynham School
1854 Hollow Lane, West Raynham, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 7HH |
4.7 miles |
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Duke of Lancaster School
Highfield Road, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 9DQ |
4.83 miles |