Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
93%
Capacity
130
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 130 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicholas Read, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5322nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 30 in North Norfolk.
Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 9 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided 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 | Church of England |
| Address | 23 Cromer Road, Cromer, North Norfolk, NR27 0NT |
| Headteacher | Nicholas Read |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 130 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.5% |
| School Capacity | 130 / 140 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5322nd of 13,686
Nationally
559th of 1,612
In East of England
8th of 30
In North Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
67%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed9
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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Contact Information
23 Cromer Road, Cromer
North Norfolk, NR27 0NT
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