Drake Primary School
URN: 120995 • Thetford IP24 1JW
Overview
- Name
- Drake Primary School
- URN
- 120995
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Clements McLeod (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01842762055
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Fairfields, Thetford IP24 1JW
Summary
Drake Primary School, located on the Fairfields Estate in Thetford, Norfolk, is a community school that has been serving the local area since 1978. With a current enrolment of 411 pupils and a capacity of 420, the school is known for its inclusive environment and commitment to fostering a sense of community. The school features a Special Resource Base (SRB) for pupils with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, accommodating up to 16 primary-age children, ensuring that all learners receive the support they need.
The curriculum at Drake Primary is designed to empower students to become advocates for a sustainable world, reflecting the school’s mission to instill values of responsibility and change. In addition to its primary education, the school also offers nursery services through Little Pirates Child Care, which has expanded to meet the needs of local families.
Situated in a historically significant area, Thetford offers a rich backdrop for learning, with connections to the Iceni tribe and Queen Boudicca. Drake Primary School continues to be a popular choice for families in the region, regularly oversubscribed due to its strong educational ethos and community focus.
The curriculum at Drake Primary is designed to empower students to become advocates for a sustainable world, reflecting the school’s mission to instill values of responsibility and change. In addition to its primary education, the school also offers nursery services through Little Pirates Child Care, which has expanded to meet the needs of local families.
Situated in a historically significant area, Thetford offers a rich backdrop for learning, with connections to the Iceni tribe and Queen Boudicca. Drake Primary School continues to be a popular choice for families in the region, regularly oversubscribed due to its strong educational ethos and community focus.
Useful links
- Halcyon Federation (other)
- Halcyon Federation (other)
- Juniper Websites (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 411 | 211 | 200 | 420 | 11.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 417 | 209 | 208 | 420 | 10.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 419 | 206 | 213 | 420 | 7.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 419 | 206 | 213 | 420 | 7.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 417 | 207 | 210 | 420 | 5.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 405 | 202 | 203 | 420 | 4.70 |
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