Catfield CofE Primary Academy
85%
Capacity
84
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Catfield CofE Primary Academy
Catfield CofE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 84 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 99 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Catfield CofE Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Natalie Butcher, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
Catfield CofE Primary Academy 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.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Catfield CofE Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Athletics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, Catfield CofE 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 | School Lane, Great Yarmouth, North Norfolk, NR29 5DA |
| Headteacher | Natalie Butcher |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 84 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.1% |
| School Capacity | 84 / 99 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed3
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.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Great Yarmouth
North Norfolk, NR29 5DA
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