Brisley Church of England Primary Academy
63%
Capacity
66
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Brisley Church of England Primary Academy
Brisley Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 66 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Brisley Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Belinda Allen, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10908th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 43 in Breckland.
Brisley Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 9 applications for 6 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 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 Brisley Church of England Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, Brisley Church of England Primary Academy 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 | School Road, Dereham, Breckland, NR20 5LH |
| Headteacher | Belinda Allen |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 66 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.2% |
| School Capacity | 66 / 105 (63% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10908th of 13,686
Nationally
1208th of 1,612
In East of England
22nd of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
50%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
9
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brisley Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
School Road, Dereham
Breckland, NR20 5LH
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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