Stoke Holy Cross Primary School
90%
Capacity
188
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Stoke Holy Cross Primary School
Stoke Holy Cross Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 188 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Stoke Holy Cross Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher JEANNETTE CHANEY, 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 12237th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 54 in South Norfolk.
Stoke Holy Cross Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 24 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
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 Stoke Holy Cross Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Athletics, Football, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Norfolk, Stoke Holy Cross Primary 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Long Lane, Norwich, South Norfolk, NR14 8LY |
| Headteacher | JEANNETTE CHANEY |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 188 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.0% |
| School Capacity | 188 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12237th of 13,686
Nationally
1384th of 1,612
In East of England
40th of 54
In South Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
42%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
75
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Long Lane, Norwich
South Norfolk, NR14 8LY
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