Mulbarton Primary School
98%
Capacity
413
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Mulbarton Primary School
Mulbarton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 413 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Mulbarton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natasha Hall, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11063rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 54 in South Norfolk.
Mulbarton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 57 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 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 Mulbarton Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Norfolk, Mulbarton 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 | The Common, Norwich, South Norfolk, NR14 8JG |
| Headteacher | Natasha Hall |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 413 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.4% |
| School Capacity | 413 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11063rd of 13,686
Nationally
1233rd of 1,612
In East of England
36th of 54
In South Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
49%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
76
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (72% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Common, Norwich
South Norfolk, NR14 8JG
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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