St Michael's VA Junior School
92%
Capacity
415
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Michael's VA Junior School
St Michael's VA Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Norwich community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 415 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 450 places).
Ofsted has rated St Michael's VA Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen McCarney, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7678th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 22 in Norwich.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Michael's VA Junior School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Dance, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Norwich, St Michael's VA Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Astley Road, Bowthorpe, Norwich, Norwich, NR5 9LA |
| Headteacher | Helen McCarney |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 415 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.4% |
| School Capacity | 415 / 450 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7678th of 13,686
Nationally
823rd of 1,612
In East of England
6th of 22
In Norwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
60%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael's VA Junior School
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Contact Information
Astley Road, Bowthorpe, Norwich
Norwich, NR5 9LA
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