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Southtown Primary School

Tamworth Lane, Southtown, Great Yarmouth, NR31 0HJ

Academy converter · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Jun 2023

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43% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

64.0%

Writing

68.0%

Maths

54.0%

RWM Combined

43.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Edward Worlledge Ormiston Academy

0.45 km away · Academy sponsor led

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0.74 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

St. George's Primary School & St. George's Nursery School, Great Yarmouth

1.12 km away · Community school

Good

St Nicholas Priory CofE VA Primary School and Nursery

1.22 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Great Yarmouth Primary Academy and Nursery

1.33 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

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About Southtown Primary School

Southtown Primary School is a primary school in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 43% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 192 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Tamworth Lane, Great Yarmouth, NR31 0HJ | More schools in Norfolk

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Southtown Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jun 2023 — Requires improvement
Nov 2019 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Southtown Primary School)
Jul 2017 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Southtown Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Southtown Primary School

What is Southtown Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Southtown Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Southtown Primary School's latest exam results?

Southtown Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 43% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Southtown Primary School located?

Southtown Primary School is a primary school in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk (NR31 0HJ).

How many pupils attend Southtown Primary School?

Southtown Primary School has around 192 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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