Poringland Primary School
95%
Capacity
459
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Poringland Primary School
Poringland Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 459 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 483 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Poringland Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rhiannon Price, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8085th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 54 in South Norfolk.
Poringland Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 59 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Poringland Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Tennis, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Norfolk, Poringland 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | The Footpath, Norwich, South Norfolk, NR14 7RF |
| Headteacher | Rhiannon Price |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 459 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.9% |
| School Capacity | 459 / 483 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8085th of 13,686
Nationally
878th of 1,612
In East of England
22nd of 54
In South Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
59%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
96
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Footpath, Norwich
South Norfolk, NR14 7RF
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