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Henderson Green Primary Academy

Henderson Green Primary Academy

Norwich, NR5 8DXPrimary School·Ages 5-11
R. Improvementby Ofsted

77%

Capacity

162

Pupils

2.3x

Demand

About Henderson Green Primary Academy

Henderson Green Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Norwich community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 162 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Henderson Green Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Emma Andrewes, it falls under Norfolk local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12818th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 22 in Norwich.

Henderson Green Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 9 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Henderson Green Primary Academy include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Rounders, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Choir.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Norwich, Henderson Green 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressEarlham Grove, Norwich, Norwich, NR5 8DX
HeadteacherEmma Andrewes
Local AuthorityNorfolk
Number of Pupils162
Free School Meals (FSM)49.4%
School Capacity162 / 210 (77% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

24 Apr 2024
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Requires improvement

Declined
Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Requires improvement

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Requires improvement

Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)

12818th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 94%

1471st of 1,612

In East of England

Top 91%

19th of 22

In Norwich

Top 86%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

37%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 102
Expected:63%
Higher:26%
Writing
Expected:37%
Higher:0%
MathsAvg Score: 101
Expected:59%
Higher:19%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable +1%

'22/23

36%

'23/24

37%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

7
Music RoomsOutdoor PlaygroundSports HallDining HallPlaying FieldsArt StudiosChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

AthleticsGymnasticsRoundersTennisCricket

Clubs & Activities

Art ClubCodingChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

9

Applications

21

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.3x
0x1x2x3x5x+

9 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Henderson Green Primary Academy

Henderson Green Primary Academy has been rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted. This means the school is not yet good, but inspectors believe it can improve with the right support and changes.

Contact Information

01603628030www.hendersongreenprimary.co.uk

Earlham Grove, Norwich

Norwich, NR5 8DX

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Earlham Grove, Norwich

Norwich, NR5 8DX

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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