Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy
70%
Capacity
73
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy
Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 73 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Newman, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5164th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 35 in Broadland.
Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 10 applications for 3 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (10 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Tennis, Athletics, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Art Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Great Witchingham 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Street, Norwich, Broadland, NR9 5SD |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Newman |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 73 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.5% |
| School Capacity | 73 / 105 (70% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 29 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5164th of 13,686
Nationally
535th of 1,612
In East of England
10th of 35
In Broadland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
10 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
10
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
The Street, Norwich
Broadland, NR9 5SD
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