Charles Darwin Primary School
105%
Capacity
443
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Charles Darwin Primary School
Charles Darwin Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Norwich community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 443 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Maxine Sebire, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3825th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 22 in Norwich.
Charles Darwin Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 140 applications for 57 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
Charles Darwin Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (118 responses).
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 Charles Darwin Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Netball, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Norwich, Charles Darwin 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | 81 Rose Lane, Norwich, Norwich, NR1 1DJ |
| Headteacher | Maxine Sebire |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 443 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.5% |
| School Capacity | 443 / 420 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (30 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3825th of 13,686
Nationally
393rd of 1,612
In East of England
2nd of 22
In Norwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
118 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
140
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
81 Rose Lane, Norwich
Norwich, NR1 1DJ
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