Bawdeswell Community Primary School
86%
Capacity
90
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Bawdeswell Community Primary School
Bawdeswell Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 90 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Bawdeswell Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennie Sage, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 22% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13526th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 43 in Breckland.
Bawdeswell Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 10 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bawdeswell Community Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Cricket, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, Bawdeswell Community 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 | Foxley Road, Dereham, Breckland, NR20 4RR |
| Headteacher | Jennie Sage |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 90 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.2% |
| School Capacity | 90 / 105 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (22%)
13526th of 13,686
Nationally
1577th of 1,612
In East of England
37th of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
22%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
22%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
33
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Foxley Road, Dereham
Breckland, NR20 4RR
Journey to School
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