Astley Primary School
66%
Capacity
207
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Astley Primary School
Astley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Astley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Goakes, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 29% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13307th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 30 in North Norfolk.
Astley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 26 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 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 Astley Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Drama, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, Astley 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Fakenham Road, Melton Constable, North Norfolk, NR24 2HH |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Goakes |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.2% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 315 (66% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (29%)
13307th of 13,686
Nationally
1541st of 1,612
In East of England
25th of 30
In North Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
29%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
29%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
37
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fakenham Road, Melton Constable
North Norfolk, NR24 2HH
Journey to School
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