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Stoke Holy Cross Primary School

Stoke Holy Cross Primary School

South Norfolk, NR14 8LYPrimary School·Ages 5-11
Goodby Ofsted

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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressLong Lane, Norwich, South Norfolk, NR14 8LY
HeadteacherJEANNETTE CHANEY
Local AuthorityNorfolk
Number of Pupils188
Free School Meals (FSM)8.0%
School Capacity188 / 210 (90% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

9 May 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (9 May 2024): School remains Good

Declined
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

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

Top 89%

1384th of 1,612

In East of England

Top 86%

40th of 54

In South Norfolk

Top 74%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

42%

Expected Standard

12%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 102
Expected:58%
Higher:23%
Writing
Expected:46%
Higher:12%
MathsAvg Score: 102
Expected:65%
Higher:19%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -13%

'22/23

55%

'23/24

42%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

5
GymnasiumDining HallMusic RoomsPlaying FieldsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

SwimmingDanceAthleticsFootball

Clubs & Activities

Science ClubBook ClubFilm ClubChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

24

Applications

75

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio3.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Stoke Holy Cross Primary School

Stoke Holy Cross Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01508493132www.stokeholycross.norfolk.sch.uk

Long Lane, Norwich

South Norfolk, NR14 8LY

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Long Lane, Norwich

South Norfolk, NR14 8LY

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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