Mattishall Primary School
76%
Capacity
160
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Mattishall Primary School
Mattishall 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 160 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Mattishall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tony Chapman, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12343rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 43 in Breckland.
Mattishall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 30 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mattishall Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Netball, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, Mattishall 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 | Dereham Road, Dereham, Breckland, NR20 3AA |
| Headteacher | Tony Chapman |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 160 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 160 / 210 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12343rd of 13,686
Nationally
1401st of 1,612
In East of England
29th of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
41%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
42
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mattishall Primary School
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Contact Information
Dereham Road, Dereham
Breckland, NR20 3AA
Journey to School
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