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North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery

Holt Road, North Elmham, Dereham, NR20 5JS

Academy sponsor led · Ages 2–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Jan 2023

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33% 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

50.0%

Writing

33.0%

Maths

33.0%

RWM Combined

33.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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St Mary's Community Primary School, Beetley

3.86 km away · Community school

Requires improvement

Brisley Church of England Primary Academy

4.31 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Swanton Morley VC Primary School

4.78 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

Bawdeswell Community Primary School

5.47 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Foulsham Primary School Academy

5.72 km away · Academy converter

Good

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About North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery

North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery is a primary school in Dereham, Norfolk. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 33% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 54 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Holt Road, Dereham, NR20 5JS | More schools in Norfolk

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2023 — Requires improvement
Jan 2023 — Requires improvement (predecessor: North Elmham CEVA Primary School part of Flourish Federation)
Mar 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc… (predecessor: North Elmham CEVA Primary School part of Flourish Federation)
May 2019 — Requires improvement (predecessor: North Elmham CEVA Primary School part of Flourish Federation)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery

What is North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery's Ofsted rating?

North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery's latest exam results?

North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery: KS2 2024/25: 33% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery located?

North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery is a primary school in Dereham, Norfolk (NR20 5JS).

How many pupils attend North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery?

North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery has around 54 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery with other schools?

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