St John's Community Primary School and Nursery
110%
Capacity
223
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St John's Community Primary School and Nursery
St John's Community Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 223 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 202 places).
Ofsted has rated St John's Community Primary School and Nursery "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Quinn, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12252nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 30 in North Norfolk.
St John's Community Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 26 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
St John's Community Primary School and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (49 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John's Community Primary School and Nursery include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, St John's Community Primary School and Nursery 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Horning Road, Norwich, North Norfolk, NR12 8NX |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Quinn |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.4% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 202 (110% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 May 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12252nd of 13,686
Nationally
1386th of 1,612
In East of England
20th of 30
In North Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
30%
'23/24
42%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
49 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's Community Primary School and Nursery
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Horning Road, Norwich
North Norfolk, NR12 8NX
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