North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery
51%
Capacity
54
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery
North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 54 pupils on roll, operating at 51% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Victoria McConnell, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 17 applications for 8 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Holt Road, Dereham, Breckland, NR20 5JS |
| Headteacher | Victoria McConnell |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 54 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.8% |
| School Capacity | 54 / 105 (51% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
17
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Holt Road, Dereham
Breckland, NR20 5JS
Holt Road, Dereham
Breckland, NR20 5JS
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