Harpley CofE VC Primary School
100%
Capacity
56
Pupils
6.0x
Demand
About Harpley CofE VC Primary School
Harpley CofE VC Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the King's Lynn and West Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 56 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 56 places).
Ofsted has rated Harpley CofE VC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hilary Myhill, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 29% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13297th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 58 in King's Lynn and West Norfolk.
Harpley CofE VC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 6 applications for 1 places, making it 6.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 1 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harpley CofE VC Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Cross Country, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Harpley CofE VC 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Lane, King's Lynn, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE31 6DY |
| Headteacher | Hilary Myhill |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 56 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.4% |
| School Capacity | 56 / 56 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jul 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jul 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (29%)
13297th of 13,686
Nationally
1540th of 1,612
In East of England
50th 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
29%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed1
6
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
1 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE31 6DY
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