Frettenham Primary School
73%
Capacity
51
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Frettenham Primary School
Frettenham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 51 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Frettenham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ashley Best-White, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2100th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 35 in Broadland.
Frettenham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 14 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Frettenham Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Frettenham Primary School 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road, Norwich, Broadland, NR12 7LL |
| Headteacher | Ashley Best-White |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 51 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.8% |
| School Capacity | 51 / 70 (73% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2100th of 13,686
Nationally
199th of 1,612
In East of England
2nd of 35
In Broadland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
77%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
28
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Norwich
Broadland, NR12 7LL
School Road, Norwich
Broadland, NR12 7LL
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