White Woman Lane Junior School
White Woman Lane, Sprowston, Norwich, NR6 7JAOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
White Woman Lane Junior School is a primary school in Norwich for ages 7 to 11. It is one of the 453 schools in Norfolk. It ranks 10th of 103 primary schools in Norwich. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in September 2018.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 19 September 2018, report published 31 October 2018
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 14 May 2024
Pupils are happy here. This is because staff are caring and the curriculum gives pupils many opportunities to be successful. Pupils are fascinated by what they study. Lessons give pupils much to think about and discuss. Pupils become more accomplished in key skills such as drawing and writing. They can add detail and flourish to their work. Pupils' behaviour reflects leaders' high expectations. Pupils respect their teachers and each other. Reading lessons promote deep thinking. This helps pupils to develop a mature attitude towards education. Pupils like the way that the school recognises their efforts. For example, if they become proficient in their times tables, they receive a 'Multiplication Master' badge that they wear with pride on their uniform. The school provides a range of opportunities for pupils to develop exciting new interests and talents. These help them become more artistic, musical and sporty. For example, performing in the choir or paddleboarding. Pupils develop a sense of responsibility through different roles, such as prefect or librarian. They play a big part in school development through sharing their ideas. For example, suggesting and making a sensory garden for the school.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
90 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
352 pupils on roll, with places for 360
Schools near White Woman Lane Junior School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lodge Lane Infant School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Old Catton CofE VC Junior School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 62% met the expected standard |
| Garrick Green Infant School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | Not published |
| Sprowston Infant School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Sprowston Junior School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 52% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Ashley Best-White
- Phone
- 01603419203
- Address
- White Woman Lane, Sprowston, Norwich, NR6 7JA
- Local authority
- Norfolk
- URN
- 120914
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.