Tunstead Primary School
63%
Capacity
73
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Tunstead Primary School
Tunstead Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 73 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Tunstead Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Quinn, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10876th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 30 in North Norfolk.
Tunstead Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 5 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
Tunstead Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 80% recommending the school (25 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tunstead Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Dance, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, Tunstead 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 | Market Street, Norwich, North Norfolk, NR12 8AH |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Quinn |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 73 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 73 / 116 (63% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 5 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10876th of 13,686
Nationally
1205th of 1,612
In East of England
16th of 30
In North Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
25 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed5
20
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
5 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.
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Contact Information
Market Street, Norwich
North Norfolk, NR12 8AH
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