St Mary's Church of England Junior Academy
66%
Capacity
159
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Mary's Church of England Junior Academy
St Mary's Church of England Junior Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 159 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Church of England Junior Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Richardson, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13029th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 54 in South Norfolk.
St Mary's Church of England Junior Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (119 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Church of England Junior Academy include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Rounders, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Norfolk, St Mary's Church of England Junior Academy 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Swan Lane, Norwich, South Norfolk, NR15 2UY |
| Headteacher | Laura Richardson |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 159 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.5% |
| School Capacity | 159 / 240 (66% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13029th of 13,686
Nationally
1496th of 1,612
In East of England
46th of 54
In South Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
34%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
119 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Church of England Junior Academy
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Swan Lane, Norwich
South Norfolk, NR15 2UY
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