Ashill Voluntary Controlled Primary School
100%
Capacity
109
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Ashill Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Ashill Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 109 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 109 places).
Ofsted has rated Ashill Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dan Pickard, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7765th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 43 in Breckland.
Ashill Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 15 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Ashill Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Rounders, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, Ashill Voluntary Controlled 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 Oaks, Ashill Vc Primary School, Thetford, Breckland, IP25 7AP |
| Headteacher | Dan Pickard |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 109 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.0% |
| School Capacity | 109 / 109 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7765th of 13,686
Nationally
836th of 1,612
In East of England
10th of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
60%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
52
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Oaks, Ashill Vc Primary School, Thetford
Breckland, IP25 7AP
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