Brooke Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School
77%
Capacity
108
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Brooke Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School
Brooke Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 108 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Brooke Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Lewis, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4443rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 54 in South Norfolk.
Brooke Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 9 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
Brooke Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 57% recommending the school (37 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brooke Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Athletics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Book Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Norfolk, Brooke Voluntary Controlled Church of England 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 | High Green, Norwich, South Norfolk, NR15 1HP |
| Headteacher | Sarah Lewis |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 108 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.0% |
| School Capacity | 108 / 140 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 19 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4443rd of 13,686
Nationally
461st of 1,612
In East of England
12th of 54
In South Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
37 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
27
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brooke Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
High Green, Norwich
South Norfolk, NR15 1HP
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