Silfield Oak Primary Academy
About Silfield Oak Primary Academy
Silfield Oak Primary Academy sits within Norfolk local authority, one of 344 primary schools in the area. Among its local peers, it is not ranked alongside the very top performers — Ditchingham Church of England Primary Academy and Surlingham Primary School both share the highest ranking score of 100, while Stalham Academy follows at 89. The nearest school rated Outstanding by Ofsted is Ashleigh Primary School and Nursery, Wymondham, about two kilometres away. Silfield Oak itself is a mixed, non-denominational state primary for children aged 4 to 11, led by headteacher Emily McMillen. With a capacity of 420 pupils, it sits in the South Norfolk borough of the East of England region. The school does not offer nursery provision or a sixth form, and it is not a boarding school. For families weighing up options in this part of Norfolk, Silfield Oak represents a solid mainstream choice within a competitive local landscape.
Key Details
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
School day
Teaching hours
08:55 – 15:15
Breakfast club
07:30-08:55
After-school care
15:15-18:00
Source: silfieldoak.org.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
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