St Norbert's Catholic Voluntary Academy
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Norbert's Catholic Voluntary Academy
St Norbert's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the South Holland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Norbert's Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jenna Withers, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12431st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 32 in South Holland.
St Norbert's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
St Norbert's Catholic Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (30 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Norbert's Catholic Voluntary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Holland, St Norbert's Catholic Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Tollgate, Spalding, South Holland, PE11 1NJ |
| Headteacher | Jenna Withers |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.8% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12431st of 13,686
Nationally
1209th of 1,353
In East Midlands
26th of 32
In South Holland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
40%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
30 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Norbert's Catholic Voluntary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Tollgate, Spalding
South Holland, PE11 1NJ
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