Kenninghall Primary School
100%
Capacity
105
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Kenninghall Primary School
Kenninghall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 105 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Kenninghall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alex Seager, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11933rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 43 in Breckland.
Kenninghall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 14 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kenninghall Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Netball, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Film Club.
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 Breckland, Kenninghall 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Close, Breckland, NR16 2EJ |
| Headteacher | Alex Seager |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 105 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.2% |
| School Capacity | 105 / 105 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11933rd of 13,686
Nationally
1346th of 1,612
In East of England
26th of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
44%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
44
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Close
Breckland, NR16 2EJ
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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