Lyng Church of England Primary Academy
78%
Capacity
94
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Lyng Church of England Primary Academy
Lyng Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 94 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Lyng Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Shannon O'Sullivan, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2169th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 43 in Breckland.
Lyng Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 12 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 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, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lyng Church of England Primary Academy include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Coding, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, Lyng Church of England Primary Academy 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Wensum Road, Lyng, Norwich, Breckland, NR9 5RJ |
| Headteacher | Shannon O'Sullivan |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 94 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.8% |
| School Capacity | 94 / 120 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2017Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2169th of 13,686
Nationally
205th of 1,612
In East of England
3rd of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
89%
'23/24
77%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
18
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lyng Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Wensum Road, Lyng, Norwich
Breckland, NR9 5RJ
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