Walsingham CE VA Primary School
46%
Capacity
26
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Walsingham CE VA Primary School
Walsingham CE VA Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 26 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (46% of 56 places).
Ofsted has rated Walsingham CE VA Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Tom Snowdon, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 25% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13434th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 30 in North Norfolk.
Walsingham CE VA Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 9 applications for 4 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Walsingham CE VA Primary School include Forest School, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Rounders, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 65.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, Walsingham CE VA 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Wells Road, WALSINGHAM, North Norfolk, NR22 6DU |
| Headteacher | Tom Snowdon |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 26 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 65.4% |
| School Capacity | 26 / 56 (46% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (25%)
13434th of 13,686
Nationally
1563rd of 1,612
In East of England
26th of 30
In North Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
25%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
11%
'23/24
25%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
9
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walsingham CE VA Primary School
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Contact Information
Wells Road, WALSINGHAM
North Norfolk, NR22 6DU
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