Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery
84%
Capacity
220
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery
Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Norwich community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 220 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Ward, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12104th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 22 in Norwich.
Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 25 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.7/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Gymnastics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Norwich, Edith Cavell 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Duckett Close, Norwich, Norwich, NR1 2LR |
| Headteacher | Joanna Ward |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.6% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 262 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12104th of 13,686
Nationally
1371st of 1,612
In East of England
17th of 22
In Norwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
43%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Duckett Close, Norwich
Norwich, NR1 2LR
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