Tilney St Lawrence Community Primary School
83%
Capacity
87
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Tilney St Lawrence Community Primary School
Tilney St Lawrence Community 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 87 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Tilney St Lawrence Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Emma Hunt, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13113th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 58 in King's Lynn and West Norfolk.
Tilney St Lawrence Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 13 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tilney St Lawrence Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Tilney St Lawrence Community 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, King's Lynn, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE34 4QZ |
| Headteacher | Emma Hunt |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 87 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 87 / 105 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13113th of 13,686
Nationally
1508th of 1,612
In East of England
48th 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
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
33%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% 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, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE34 4QZ
School Road, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE34 4QZ
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