Freethorpe Community Primary and Nursery School

URN: 120808 • Norwich NR13 3NZ

Overview

Name
Freethorpe Community Primary and Nursery School
URN
120808
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Shefa Roberts (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01493700215
Website
Visit
Address
The Green, Norwich NR13 3NZ

Summary

Freethorpe Community Primary and Nursery School, located in Norwich, Norfolk, serves a mixed-gender population of 156 pupils, with a capacity of 202. As part of the AIM Federation, which includes several local schools, Freethorpe emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, aiming to nurture children into confident global citizens. The school is committed to traditional values such as respect and care, while also striving for innovative learning methods.

The curriculum at Freethorpe is designed to be engaging and broad, focusing on developing creativity, curiosity, resourcefulness, resilience, collaboration, and reflection among students. This investigative approach encourages children to explore their own questions, fostering a love for learning. The dedicated staff work closely with families to create a supportive environment where every child can thrive.

Freethorpe Community Primary School also provides a range of resources for parents, including information on term dates, school meals, and uniform requirements. The school is deeply rooted in its community, reflecting the unique character of the Norfolk countryside and coastline.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
202
Pupils
156
Boys
80
Girls
76
FSM %
15.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 156 80 76 202 15.40
2024-09-11 168 87 81 202 13.80
2023-09-11 168 92 76 202 12.10
2022-09-11 168 92 76 202 12.10
2021-09-11 170 85 85 202 15.50
2020-09-11 193 103 90 202 14.40

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