Downham Market, Hillcrest Primary School

Hillcrest Primary School, located in Downham Market, Norfolk, is a mixed community school with a current enrolment of 411 pupils and a capacity of 540. The school is committed to providing an inclusive environment, featuring accessible facilities such as wheelchair-friendly entryways and a lift in the two-storey Independence Building.

The school’s ethos centres around three core principles: safety, happiness, and learning progress. Hillcrest prides itself on fostering a love of reading and ensuring that children are supported in their educational journey. Despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Hillcrest pupils maintained strong academic performance, achieving a 77% pass rate in Key Stage 2 SATs, surpassing national averages.

Hillcrest values its strong community ties and aims to enhance learning through collaboration with parents and local resources. The school looks forward to resuming pre-pandemic activities that enrich the educational experience, encouraging children to engage in diverse learning opportunities both in and out of the classroom.