Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy
The Street, Lenwade, Norwich, NR9 5SDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy is a primary school in Norwich for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 453 schools in Norfolk. It ranks 40th of 103 primary schools in Norwich. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 13 November 2013, report published 29 November 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 10 December 2024
This small school ensures pupils learn about a much bigger world. Pupils appreciate the school's caring, friendly ethos. Teachers make sure pupils are safe and know how to stay safe, especially online. As a result of their teachers' high expectations, pupils gain much new knowledge and most behave consistently well. Pupils play well together. They make up imaginative games. Older pupils are positive role models for younger pupils. Sports leaders referee sporting activities on the playground. Pupils listen carefully to others' points of view. They communicate their ideas with clarity. Pupils build knowledge which prepares them well for their future lives. Pupils learn about ancient Greece and Rome. This helps them to understand democracy. They apply this knowledge to vote for school councillors who represent their views. Pupils also recognise that some people today, and in the past, have not had the same rights. They understand the importance of equality. Visitors, such as British para-Olympians, further reinforce pupils' understanding of difference in society. Pupils embrace opportunities to perform. Reception-age children enchant the audience in the Nativity play. Older pupils sing at London arenas. The school nurtures empathetic, tolerant and confident young people.
What the school should improve
- Some pupils do not attend school regularly enough. As a result of this, these pupils cannot access the curriculum as well as they could. The school needs to work more closely with parents and analyse attendance with increased rigour to ensure pupils attend more regularly.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
6 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
70 pupils on roll, with places for 105
Schools near Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyng Church of England Primary Academy | 2 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 81% met the expected standard |
| Reepham Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 77% met the expected standard |
| Hockering Church of England Primary Academy | 4 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| Bawdeswell Community Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 18% met the expected standard |
| Cawston Church of England Primary Academy | 4 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 47% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Rebecca Newman
- Phone
- 01603872354
- Address
- The Street, Lenwade, Norwich, NR9 5SD
- Local authority
- Norfolk
- URN
- 142588
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.