Brundall Primary School
93%
Capacity
280
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Brundall Primary School
Brundall 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 280 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 300 places).
Ofsted has rated Brundall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Shirras, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8802nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 35 in Broadland.
Brundall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 41 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brundall Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Brundall 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 | Braydeston Avenue, Norwich, Broadland, NR13 5JX |
| Headteacher | Sarah Shirras |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 280 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 280 / 300 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8802nd of 13,686
Nationally
960th of 1,612
In East of England
19th of 35
In Broadland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
57%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Braydeston Avenue, Norwich
Broadland, NR13 5JX
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