Emneth Academy
98%
Capacity
205
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Emneth Academy
Emneth Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the King's Lynn and West Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Emneth Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elaine Huntington, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10370th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 58 in King's Lynn and West Norfolk.
Emneth Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 29 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
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 Emneth Academy include Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Netball, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Emneth 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hollycroft Road, Wisbech, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE14 8AY |
| Headteacher | Elaine Huntington |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.9% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10370th of 13,686
Nationally
1139th of 1,612
In East of England
31st 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
52%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
52%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hollycroft Road, Wisbech
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE14 8AY
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