Docking Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery
75%
Capacity
95
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Docking Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery
Docking Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the King's Lynn and West Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 95 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Docking Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebekah Woodrow, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12675th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 58 in King's Lynn and West Norfolk.
Docking Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 19 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Docking Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Physical Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Docking Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Docking Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Chequers Street, King's Lynn, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE31 8LH |
| Headteacher | Rebekah Woodrow |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 95 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.1% |
| School Capacity | 95 / 126 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12675th of 13,686
Nationally
1447th of 1,612
In East of England
45th 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
38%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
26
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Docking Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery
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Contact Information
Chequers Street, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE31 8LH
Chequers Street, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE31 8LH
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