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Valley Primary Academy

Gentry Place, Norwich, NR5 8XZ

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

162

Ages

5-11

FSM

43.2%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Jun 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

83.0%

Writing

83.0%

Maths

70.0%

RWM Combined

67.0%

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About Valley Primary Academy

Valley Primary Academy is a primary school in Norwich, Norfolk. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 162 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Gentry Place, Norwich, NR5 8XZ | More schools in Norfolk

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jun 2023 — Requires improvement
Jun 2023 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Valley Primary Academy)
May 2019 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Valley Primary Academy)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Valley Primary Academy

What is Valley Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Valley Primary Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Valley Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Valley Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Valley Primary Academy located?

Valley Primary Academy is a primary school in Norwich, Norfolk (NR5 8XZ).

How many pupils attend Valley Primary Academy?

Valley Primary Academy has around 162 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Valley Primary Academy with other schools?

View Valley Primary Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Norfolk.