Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy
72%
Capacity
75
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy
Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 75 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennie Muller, 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 10928th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 43 in Breckland.
Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 9 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Dance, Rounders, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy 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 | Norwich Road, Dereham, Breckland, NR19 1RU |
| Headteacher | Jennie Muller |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 75 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.0% |
| School Capacity | 75 / 104 (72% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10928th of 13,686
Nationally
1213th of 1,612
In East of England
23rd of 43
In Breckland
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
57%
'23/24
50%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
31
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Norwich Road, Dereham
Breckland, NR19 1RU
Journey to School
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