St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham
21%
Capacity
15
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham
St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 15 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (21% of 70 places).
Ofsted has rated St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Esme Sexton, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10517th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 43 in Breckland.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 1 area, including Moderate Learning Difficulty. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Swimming, Cricket, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham 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 | The Street, The Street, Diss, Breckland, IP22 2LR |
| Headteacher | Esme Sexton |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 15 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.7% |
| School Capacity | 15 / 70 (21% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10517th of 13,686
Nationally
1159th of 1,612
In East of England
19th of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham
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Contact Information
The Street, The Street, Diss
Breckland, IP22 2LR
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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