Flitcham Church of England Primary Academy
45%
Capacity
47
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Flitcham Church of England Primary Academy
Flitcham Church of England Primary Academy 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 47 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (45% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Flitcham Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Catherine King, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2865th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 58 in King's Lynn and West Norfolk.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Flitcham Church of England Primary Academy include Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Swimming, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Flitcham Church of England Primary 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Road, King's Lynn, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE31 6BU |
| Headteacher | Catherine King |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 47 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.4% |
| School Capacity | 47 / 105 (45% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2865th of 13,686
Nationally
275th of 1,612
In East of England
1st 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
75%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
75%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Flitcham Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Church Road, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE31 6BU
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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