Cawston Church of England Primary Academy
61%
Capacity
128
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Cawston Church of England Primary Academy
Cawston Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 128 pupils on roll, operating at 61% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Cawston Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Newman, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2507th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 35 in Broadland.
Cawston Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 12 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
Cawston Church of England Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 47% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cawston Church of England Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Gymnastics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Chess, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Cawston 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Aylsham Road, Norwich, Broadland, NR10 4AY |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Newman |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 128 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.1% |
| School Capacity | 128 / 210 (61% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2507th of 13,686
Nationally
242nd of 1,612
In East of England
4th of 35
In Broadland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
19 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
2025/26Oversubscribed12
24
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cawston Church of England Primary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Aylsham Road, Norwich
Broadland, NR10 4AY
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