West Earlham Junior School
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Capacity
239
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About West Earlham Junior School
West Earlham Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Norwich community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 239 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated West Earlham Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher C Eyers, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11991st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 22 in Norwich.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West Earlham Junior School include Library, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Norwich, West Earlham Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Scarnell Road, Norwich, Norwich, NR5 8HT |
| Headteacher | C Eyers |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 239 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.7% |
| School Capacity | 239 / 240 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 22 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
11991st of 13,686
Nationally
1353rd of 1,612
In East of England
16th of 22
In Norwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
43%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About West Earlham Junior School
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Contact Information
Scarnell Road, Norwich
Norwich, NR5 8HT
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