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Millfield Primary School

Millfield Primary School

North Norfolk, NR28 0ESPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

90%

Capacity

283

Pupils

2.1x

Demand

About Millfield Primary School

Millfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 283 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 315 places).

Ofsted has rated Millfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Gatward, it falls under Norfolk local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12198th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 30 in North Norfolk.

Millfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 30 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 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 Millfield Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Rounders, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Coding, Book Club and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, Millfield 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressRecreation Road, Millfield Primary School, North Walsham, North Norfolk, NR28 0ES
HeadteacherLaura Gatward
Local AuthorityNorfolk
Number of Pupils283
Free School Meals (FSM)27.6%
School Capacity283 / 315 (90% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

16 Nov 2017
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 14 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)

12198th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 89%

1378th of 1,612

In East of England

Top 85%

18th of 30

In North Norfolk

Top 60%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

42%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 102
Expected:63%
Higher:13%
Writing
Expected:47%
Higher:0%
MathsAvg Score: 103
Expected:58%
Higher:13%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -12%

'22/23

54%

'23/24

42%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

Resourced Provision
AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning DifficultyResourced Provision

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

5
Outdoor PlaygroundPlaying FieldsSensory RoomSports HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

CricketCross CountryRoundersFootballGymnasticsAthletics

Clubs & Activities

ChoirScience ClubCodingBook ClubDramaChess

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

30

Applications

63

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

28 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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Millfield Primary School

Millfield Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01692403172www.millfieldprimary.school

Recreation Road, Millfield Primary School, North Walsham

North Norfolk, NR28 0ES

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Recreation Road, Millfield Primary School, North Walsham

North Norfolk, NR28 0ES

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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