Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy
83%
Capacity
87
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy
Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 87 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Phoenix, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9058th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 54 in South Norfolk.
Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 5 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 68% recommending the school (31 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Library, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Drama, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Norfolk, Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Norwich Road, Norwich, South Norfolk, NR16 1AL |
| Headteacher | Andrew Phoenix |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 87 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.1% |
| School Capacity | 87 / 105 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9058th of 13,686
Nationally
991st of 1,612
In East of England
27th of 54
In South Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
31 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
16
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Norwich Road, Norwich
South Norfolk, NR16 1AL
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