East Harling Primary School and Nursery
87%
Capacity
209
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About East Harling Primary School and Nursery
East Harling Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated East Harling Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Yates, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6699th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 43 in Breckland.
East Harling Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 21 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at East Harling Primary School and Nursery include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, East Harling Primary School 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Gallants Lane, Norwich, Breckland, NR16 2NQ |
| Headteacher | Amanda Yates |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.8% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 240 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6699th of 13,686
Nationally
723rd of 1,612
In East of England
6th of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
63%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gallants Lane, Norwich
Breckland, NR16 2NQ
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