Horsford CofE VA Primary School
85%
Capacity
355
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Horsford CofE VA Primary School
Horsford CofE VA Primary School is a state-funded Church of England/Christian primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 355 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Horsford CofE VA Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ashley Best-White, 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 10640th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 35 in Broadland.
Horsford CofE VA Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 39 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Horsford CofE VA Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Forest School, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Rounders, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Horsford CofE VA 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 | Church of England/Christian |
| Address | Mill Lane, Norwich, Broadland, NR10 3ES |
| Headteacher | Ashley Best-White |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 355 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.2% |
| School Capacity | 355 / 420 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10640th of 13,686
Nationally
1174th of 1,612
In East of England
28th of 35
In Broadland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
50%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mill Lane, Norwich
Broadland, NR10 3ES
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