Clenchwarton Primary School
95%
Capacity
199
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Clenchwarton Primary School
Clenchwarton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the King's Lynn and West Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Clenchwarton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Borley, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5267th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 58 in King's Lynn and West Norfolk.
Clenchwarton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 24 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Clenchwarton Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (28 responses).
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 Clenchwarton Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Athletics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Clenchwarton 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 139 Main Road, King's Lynn, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE34 4DT |
| Headteacher | Joanne Borley |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.1% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5267th of 13,686
Nationally
553rd of 1,612
In East of England
9th of 58
In King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
28 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Clenchwarton Primary School
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Contact Information
139 Main Road, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE34 4DT
139 Main Road, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE34 4DT
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