Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
79%
Capacity
61
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided 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 61 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Callum Richards, 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 10828th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 54 in South Norfolk.
Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 10 applications for 3 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (24 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe 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 Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Norfolk, Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided 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 | Church Road, Norwich, South Norfolk, NR16 1RW |
| Headteacher | Callum Richards |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 61 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.4% |
| School Capacity | 61 / 77 (79% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10828th of 13,686
Nationally
1201st of 1,612
In East of England
35th of 54
In South Norfolk
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
30%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
24 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
10
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
3 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Road, Norwich
South Norfolk, NR16 1RW
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