Neatishead Church of England Primary School
72%
Capacity
65
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Neatishead Church of England Primary School
Neatishead Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 65 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity.
the school is led by headteacher Hayley Sonnex, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% 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 1555th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 30 in North Norfolk.
Neatishead Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 12 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
Neatishead Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (29 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Neatishead Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, Neatishead Church of England 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Road, Norwich, North Norfolk, NR12 8XN |
| Headteacher | Hayley Sonnex |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 65 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.9% |
| School Capacity | 65 / 90 (72% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (11 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1555th of 13,686
Nationally
146th of 1,612
In East of England
5th of 30
In North Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
80%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
29 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
20
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Neatishead Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
School Road, Norwich
North Norfolk, NR12 8XN
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