Blofield Primary School
105%
Capacity
220
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Blofield Primary School
Blofield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 220 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Blofield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Buxton, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3151st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 35 in Broadland.
Blofield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 29 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 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 Blofield Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Eco Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Blofield 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Plantation Road, Blofield, Broadland, NR13 4PL |
| Headteacher | Victoria Buxton |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.4% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 210 (105% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3151st of 13,686
Nationally
307th of 1,612
In East of England
5th of 35
In Broadland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
73%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
105
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
40 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
Plantation Road, Blofield
Broadland, NR13 4PL
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