Salhouse CofE Primary School
92%
Capacity
144
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Salhouse CofE Primary School
Salhouse CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 144 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 157 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Salhouse CofE Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Hayley Sonnex, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 20% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13556th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 35 in Broadland.
Salhouse CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 22 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Salhouse CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Salhouse CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Football, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Salhouse CofE 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Cheyney Avenue, Salhouse, Broadland, NR13 6RJ |
| Headteacher | Hayley Sonnex |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 144 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.0% |
| School Capacity | 144 / 157 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (20%)
13556th of 13,686
Nationally
1583rd of 1,612
In East of England
34th of 35
In Broadland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
20%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
20%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
34 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 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 Salhouse CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Cheyney Avenue, Salhouse
Broadland, NR13 6RJ
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