Ludham Primary School and Nursery
94%
Capacity
113
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Ludham Primary School and Nursery
Ludham Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 113 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 120 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ludham Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrea Goreham, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5215th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 30 in North Norfolk.
Ludham Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 7 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ludham Primary School and Nursery include Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, Ludham Primary School and Nursery 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, Great Yarmouth, North Norfolk, NR29 5QN |
| Headteacher | Andrea Goreham |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 113 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.7% |
| School Capacity | 113 / 120 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5215th of 13,686
Nationally
541st of 1,612
In East of England
7th of 30
In North Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
67%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
16
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% 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, Great Yarmouth
North Norfolk, NR29 5QN
Journey to School
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