Old Buckenham Primary School and Nursery
93%
Capacity
196
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Old Buckenham Primary School and Nursery
Old Buckenham Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Old Buckenham Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Mitchell, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9224th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 43 in Breckland.
Old Buckenham Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 18 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
Old Buckenham Primary School and Nursery has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 3 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Old Buckenham Primary School and Nursery include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Tennis, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, Old Buckenham Primary School and 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Abbey Road, Attleborough, Breckland, NR17 1RH |
| Headteacher | Helen Mitchell |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.8% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 210 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9224th of 13,686
Nationally
1009th of 1,612
In East of England
16th of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
56%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Abbey Road, Attleborough
Breckland, NR17 1RH
Abbey Road, Attleborough
Breckland, NR17 1RH
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