Hevingham Primary School
95%
Capacity
100
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Hevingham Primary School
Hevingham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 100 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hevingham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lydia Board, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4013th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 35 in Broadland.
Hevingham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 15 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
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 Hevingham Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Hevingham 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | New Road, Hevingham, Norwich, Broadland, NR10 5NH |
| Headteacher | Lydia Board |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 100 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.0% |
| School Capacity | 100 / 105 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
4013th of 13,686
Nationally
416th of 1,612
In East of England
7th of 35
In Broadland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
71%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
New Road, Hevingham, Norwich
Broadland, NR10 5NH
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