Southtown Primary School

URN: 121010 • Great Yarmouth NR31 0HJ

Overview

Name
Southtown Primary School
URN
121010
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
48.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elaine Glendinning (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Tamworth Lane, Great Yarmouth NR31 0HJ

Summary

Southtown Primary School is a community school located in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, catering to a mixed-gender population of 198 pupils, with a capacity of 220. The school actively promotes a broad and balanced curriculum, which was revamped in September 2020. The focus is on high-quality teaching that encourages students to learn, remember, and apply their knowledge effectively, while also fostering a language-rich environment.

The school places a strong emphasis on British Values, ensuring that children are prepared for life in modern Britain. Key principles such as democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect, and tolerance are integrated into the curriculum. Students are encouraged to express their opinions, understand the importance of rules, and develop self-esteem and respect for diverse cultures and beliefs.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (40.40%), Southtown Primary School is committed to meeting individual needs and supporting all children in their educational journey. The school aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful transition to secondary education and lifelong learning.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
220
Pupils
198
Boys
97
Girls
101
FSM %
40.40
Open date
Close date
2020-08-31
Last Ofsted
2019-11-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 198 97 101 220 40.40
2024-09-11 198 97 101 220 40.40
2023-09-11 198 97 101 220 40.40
2022-09-11 198 97 101 220 40.40
2021-09-11 198 97 101 220 40.40
2020-09-11 198 97 101 220 40.40

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