Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy
75%
Capacity
63
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy
Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 63 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Suzannah Hayes, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 17% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13598th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 43 in Breckland.
Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 17 applications for 9 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, Colkirk 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Road, Fakenham, Breckland, NR21 7NW |
| Headteacher | Suzannah Hayes |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 63 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.0% |
| School Capacity | 63 / 84 (75% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (17%)
13598th of 13,686
Nationally
1593rd of 1,612
In East of England
40th of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
17%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
20%
'23/24
17%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
17
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Fakenham
Breckland, NR21 7NW
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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