Diss Church of England Junior Academy
68%
Capacity
162
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Diss Church of England Junior Academy
Diss Church of England Junior Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 162 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Diss Church of England Junior Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Cerullo, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11789th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 54 in South Norfolk.
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 Diss Church of England Junior Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Football, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Norfolk, Diss 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 | The Entry, Diss, South Norfolk, IP22 4NT |
| Headteacher | Jo Cerullo |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 162 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.3% |
| School Capacity | 162 / 240 (68% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11789th of 13,686
Nationally
1328th of 1,612
In East of England
38th of 54
In South Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
45%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
The Entry, Diss
South Norfolk, IP22 4NT
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