Acle Church of England Primary Academy
88%
Capacity
185
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Acle Church of England Primary Academy
Acle Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 185 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Acle Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Pierce Hunt, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12293rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 35 in Broadland.
Acle Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 23 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Acle Church of England Primary Academy include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Dance, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Acle Church of England Primary Academy is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Fletcher Way, Norwich, Broadland, NR13 3RQ |
| Headteacher | Pierce Hunt |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 185 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.6% |
| School Capacity | 185 / 210 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Feb 2019): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12293rd of 13,686
Nationally
1390th of 1,612
In East of England
31st of 35
In Broadland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
41%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Acle Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Fletcher Way, Norwich
Broadland, NR13 3RQ
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