Horning Community Primary School
65%
Capacity
44
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Horning Community Primary School
Horning Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 44 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Horning Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kathryn Andrews, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10548th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 30 in North Norfolk.
Horning Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 10 applications for 4 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Horning Community Primary School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Athletics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Gardening, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, Horning Community 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 | School Road, Norwich, North Norfolk, NR12 8PX |
| Headteacher | Kathryn Andrews |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 44 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.9% |
| School Capacity | 44 / 68 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10548th of 13,686
Nationally
1161st of 1,612
In East of England
15th of 30
In North Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
10
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Norwich
North Norfolk, NR12 8PX
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