Raleigh Infant Academy
Admirals Way, Thetford, IP24 2JTOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Raleigh Infant Academy is a primary school in Thetford for ages 3 to 7. It is one of the 453 schools in Norfolk. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 27 September 2022, report published 21 November 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 27 September 2022
Aspiration, respect and kindness are the core values of Raleigh Infant Academy pupils. They say that these values make the school special. Pupils say that 'you will make lots of friends at the school' and 'when you are sad or frustrated, someone will help you'. Pupils are enthused by the ambitious curriculum that they are taught. Pupils respond positively to staff's high expectations. This includes for those pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils are keen to learn and aim to do their best. They take pride in their work. Occasionally, pupils struggle to manage their own behaviour. When this happens, adults help them to make things right. Pupils understand what bullying is and they say that it does not happen in the school. Pupils feel safe. Pupils know how to stay safe when they are outside school. There is an age-appropriate awareness of risks that pupils may experience when online and pupils know how to ensure that they stay safe. Pupils appreciate the wide range of clubs and activities on offer, for example chess, mathematics and sports clubs. This helps them to foster and develop their interests and talents.
What the school should improve
- Some curriculum leaders are new to subject leadership. They are at an early stage of developing the skills required to lead a subject area. Leaders should ensure that training for new subject leaders is put in place to develop their skills to effectively monitor and evaluate their curriculum area. This will allow subject leaders to check how effectively the curriculum is being taught, and furthermore support teachers with any improvements they need to make. This will ensure that all pupils achieve their best.
- The early years curriculum is well planned. Activities are well considered. However, there are inconsistencies in the quality of teaching that children experience, particularly in the wider provision of the curriculum. This means that although children are well prepared for Year 1, this could be improved. Leaders need to ensure that staff develop their expertise by drawing on the best practice seen in the school and through relevant training.
Pupil numbers and mix
143 pupils on roll, with places for 322
Schools near Raleigh Infant Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admirals Academy | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Good | 57% met the expected standard |
| Drake Primary School | 0.2 miles | Report card: Needs attention to strong standard | 40% met the expected standard |
| Norwich Road Academy | 0.6 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 58% met the expected standard |
| The Bishop's Church of England Primary Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 27% met the expected standard |
| Redcastle Family School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- EASTERN MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 7
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Greg Sadler
- Phone
- 01842753993
- Address
- Admirals Way, Thetford, IP24 2JT
- Local authority
- Norfolk
- URN
- 146084
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.