Terrington St John Primary School
69%
Capacity
59
Pupils
5.0x
Demand
About Terrington St John Primary School
Terrington St John Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the King's Lynn and West Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 59 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Terrington St John Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Hunt, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 11% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13644th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 58th out of 58 in King's Lynn and West Norfolk.
Terrington St John Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 15 applications for 3 places, making it 5.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
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 Terrington St John Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Athletics, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Drama, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Terrington St John 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road, Wisbech, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE14 7SG |
| Headteacher | Emma Hunt |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 59 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.5% |
| School Capacity | 59 / 85 (69% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (11%)
13644th of 13,686
Nationally
1607th of 1,612
In East of England
58th of 58
In King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
11%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
20%
'23/24
11%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
15
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Wisbech
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE14 7SG
School Road, Wisbech
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE14 7SG
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