Caston Church of England Primary Academy
69%
Capacity
72
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Caston Church of England Primary Academy
Caston Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 72 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Caston Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Disney, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 27% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13375th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 43 in Breckland.
Caston Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 10 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 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 Caston Church of England Primary Academy include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, Caston 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Street, Attleborough, Breckland, NR17 1DD |
| Headteacher | Sarah Disney |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 72 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.6% |
| School Capacity | 72 / 105 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (27%)
13375th of 13,686
Nationally
1552nd of 1,612
In East of England
34th of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
27%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
27%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
32
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Street, Attleborough
Breckland, NR17 1DD
Journey to School
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