Dereham Church of England Junior Academy
81%
Capacity
387
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Dereham Church of England Junior Academy
Dereham Church of England Junior Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 387 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 480 places).
Ofsted has rated Dereham Church of England Junior Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelly Scott, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8983rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 43 in Breckland.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dereham Church of England Junior Academy include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, Dereham Church of England Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Gilpin's Ride, Dereham, Breckland, NR19 1BJ |
| Headteacher | Kelly Scott |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 387 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.7% |
| School Capacity | 387 / 480 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
8983rd of 13,686
Nationally
982nd of 1,612
In East of England
15th of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
56%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dereham Church of England Junior Academy
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Contact Information
Gilpin's Ride, Dereham
Breckland, NR19 1BJ
Journey to School
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