Dereham, Toftwood Community Junior School

URN: 120987 • Dereham NR19 1JB

Overview

Name
Dereham, Toftwood Community Junior School
URN
120987
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanna Pedlow (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01362694919
Website
Visit
Address
38 Westfield Road, Dereham NR19 1JB

Summary

Dereham, Toftwood Community Junior School is a mixed community primary school located in Dereham, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 329 pupils and a capacity of 360. The school is part of the Toftwood Infant and Junior School Federation, which aims to provide a cohesive educational experience for children aged 4 to 11. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and engaging environment, where children can thrive academically and socially.

The curriculum at Toftwood is designed to build essential skills and knowledge over time, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their next steps in education and life. The school offers a variety of learning experiences, including educational visits, sports competitions, and family events. Communication with parents is facilitated through platforms such as Dojo for Years 1-6 and Tapestry for Reception, alongside regular updates via the school's Twitter feed.

The school community values parental involvement and encourages visits for prospective families to experience the school environment firsthand. With a focus on collaboration among staff and families, Toftwood aims to create a positive atmosphere that supports children's growth and development.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
360
Pupils
329
Boys
161
Girls
168
FSM %
18.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 329 161 168 360 18.20
2024-09-11 342 168 174 360 17.00
2023-09-11 335 164 171 360 14.00
2022-09-11 335 164 171 360 14.00
2021-09-11 358 176 182 360 12.80
2020-09-11 349 170 179 360 12.00

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