Sheringham Community Primary School
60%
Capacity
416
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Sheringham Community Primary School
Sheringham Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 416 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sheringham Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachael Carter, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10026th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 30 in North Norfolk.
Sheringham Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 43 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sheringham Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Athletics, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, Sheringham Community 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 | Cooper Road, Sheringham, North Norfolk, NR26 8UH |
| Headteacher | Rachael Carter |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 416 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.9% |
| School Capacity | 416 / 690 (60% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10026th of 13,686
Nationally
1112th of 1,612
In East of England
12th of 30
In North Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
53%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
61
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cooper Road, Sheringham
North Norfolk, NR26 8UH
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