St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery
110%
Capacity
231
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery
St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Wheeler, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6166th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 43 in Breckland.
St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (49 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Cross Country, Netball, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street, Thetford, Breckland, IP25 6SW |
| Headteacher | Hannah Wheeler |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.6% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 210 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6166th of 13,686
Nationally
658th of 1,612
In East of England
5th of 43
In Breckland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
65%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 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 Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery
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Contact Information
Church Street, Thetford
Breckland, IP25 6SW
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Opening Hours
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