Ormiston Cliff Park Primary Academy
Orde Avenue, Gorleston-on-Sea, Great Yarmouth, NR31 6SZOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Ormiston Cliff Park Primary Academy is a primary school in Great Yarmouth for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 453 schools in Norfolk. It ranks 4th of 28 primary schools in Great Yarmouth. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 23 March 2022, report published 19 May 2022
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 23 March 2022
Pupils, including those in the early years, not only learn to behave well, but they also know why it is important to do so. Pupils are polite. They are taught the values of kindness and equality. Pupils like that their good behaviour is recognised and rewarded. They are keen to have their names recorded in the 'golden book'. One pupil's comment that 'it is not just one subject we like; it's lots' was typical of many others' opinions of their studies. Together, pupils and their teachers generate a supportive learning buzz in each classroom. Pupils are not afraid to share their ideas and to 'have a go' in classroom discussions. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) become bolder and more inquisitive in their learning. Pupils like to play their part in the school community. Play leaders support younger pupils at playtimes. Eco leaders are proud of the impressive woodland walk they have designed and planted. Pupils develop respect for their peers and the school and wider environment. Pupils learn about careers and become ambitious for their futures. Pupils feel safe. Pupils say that adults resolve the few instances of bullying that occur.
What the school should improve
- Leaders have redesigned the curriculum to be more ambitious and inclusive. Teachers deliver the curriculum well in most subjects. The consistency with which a few teachers apply leaders' high curricular expectations varies in a couple of subjects and learning areas in the early years and key stage 1. In line with their realistic timescales, leaders should continue to train staff to deliver the curriculum expertly in all subjects.
- The trust and local governing body share the governance duties. They should put into action their plans to train new local governors, so they are well placed to play their full part in the continuing effective governance of the school. This includes ensuring that the website accurately reflects the good work taking place in the school.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
71 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
484 pupils on roll, with places for 560
Schools near Ormiston Cliff Park Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peterhouse CofE Primary Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 47% met the expected standard |
| Ormiston Herman Academy | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 82% met the expected standard |
| Stradbroke Primary Academy | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 87% met the expected standard |
| St Mary and St Peter Catholic Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 57% met the expected standard |
| Homefield VC CofE Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good | 55% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- ORMISTON ACADEMIES TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Louise Watkins
- Phone
- 01493661523
- Address
- Orde Avenue, Gorleston-on-Sea, Great Yarmouth, NR31 6SZ
- Local authority
- Norfolk
- URN
- 139535
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.