Hemblington Primary School
72%
Capacity
142
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Hemblington Primary School
Hemblington 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 142 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Hemblington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Howard, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5095th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 35 in Broadland.
Hemblington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 26 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 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 Hemblington Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Rounders, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Drama, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Hemblington 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 | Mill Road, Norwich, Broadland, NR13 4QJ |
| Headteacher | Andrew Howard |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 142 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.2% |
| School Capacity | 142 / 196 (72% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5095th of 13,686
Nationally
530th of 1,612
In East of England
9th of 35
In Broadland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
68%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mill Road, Norwich
Broadland, NR13 4QJ
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