The Norman Church of England Primary School, Northwold
School Lane, Northwold, Thetford, IP26 5NBOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
The Norman Church of England Primary School, Northwold is a primary school in Thetford for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 453 schools in Norfolk. It ranks 5th of 18 primary schools in Thetford. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 19 September 2023, report published 8 November 2023
- 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 19 September 2023
Many pupils enjoy attending this school. They are happy and feel safe here. There is a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The school's ethos of valuing every child and every staff member shines through. Pupils study a broad and stimulating curriculum. Pupils enjoy their learning. The school and the trust have worked hard to ensure that learning is interesting. The school has high expectations. The vast majority of pupils rise to these expectations and now achieve well. Pupils' behaviour is a strength. They treat everyone kindly and with respect. The school's behaviour code of 'respectful, ready and safe' is promoted effectively in all aspects of school life. Pupils' learning is rarely disturbed. Pupils respond well to the various behaviour rewards that are available to them. They strive to earn the points awarded to them for their positive attitudes and behaviour. Older pupils help the younger children. They enjoy being lunchtime buddies, for example. Pupils help to decide how some areas of the school are organised. They hold various fundraising activities. Pupils value being able to help others in their local community. They elect members to represent their views on the school council.
What the school should improve
- Pupils experience only a small number of visitors, trips and clubs. This means that opportunities for pupils to deepen their knowledge of the world and widen their interests are not being maximised. Pupils are not being as prepared for life in modern Britain as they might be. The school should provide pupils with increased opportunities that improve their cultural knowledge and personal development.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
12 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
101 pupils on roll, with places for 121
Schools near The Norman Church of England Primary School, Northwold
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duchy of Lancaster Methwold CofE Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 47% met the expected standard |
| Gooderstone Church of England Primary Academy | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Mundford Church of England Primary Academy | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| All Saints Academy | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 93% met the expected standard |
| Edmund de Moundeford VC Primary School, Feltwell | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 68% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- GRACE SCHOOLS
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Melanie Frost
- Phone
- 01366728241
- Address
- School Lane, Northwold, Thetford, IP26 5NB
- Local authority
- Norfolk
- URN
- 140914
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.