Anthony Curton CofE Primary School
90%
Capacity
190
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Anthony Curton CofE Primary School
Anthony Curton CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the King's Lynn and West Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 190 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Anthony Curton CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dawn Liddle, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6376th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 58 in King's Lynn and West Norfolk.
Anthony Curton CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 26 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Anthony Curton CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Anthony Curton CofE Primary School 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Chase, Wisbech, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE14 7NG |
| Headteacher | Dawn Liddle |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 190 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.7% |
| School Capacity | 190 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6376th of 13,686
Nationally
682nd of 1,612
In East of England
15th of 58
In King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
64%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Chase, Wisbech
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE14 7NG
Journey to School
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