Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School
URN: 121069 • Downham Market PE38 0DP
Overview
- Name
- Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School
- URN
- 121069
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01366383272
- Website
- Visit Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School website
- Address
-
19 Ryston Road, Downham Market PE38 0DP
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Summary
Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School, located in Downham Market, Norfolk, is a small, mixed primary school with a capacity of 112 pupils. Currently, it serves 108 students across four classes, catering to children from the Foundation Stage through to Year 6. The school emphasizes a balanced curriculum that promotes academic achievement alongside opportunities in physical education, music, and drama, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
As a church school, Denver VC Primary values its connection with St Mary's Church and integrates this ethos into its community-focused approach. The school prioritizes the safety and well-being of its pupils, as confirmed by its recent Ofsted report, which highlighted effective safeguarding measures and thorough staff training. The school community, including parents and governors, plays an active role in creating a supportive learning environment.
Admissions are managed by Norfolk County Council, with a single reception intake each September. The school encourages prospective families to visit and experience its welcoming atmosphere, ensuring that children feel comfortable and excited about their primary education.
As a church school, Denver VC Primary values its connection with St Mary's Church and integrates this ethos into its community-focused approach. The school prioritizes the safety and well-being of its pupils, as confirmed by its recent Ofsted report, which highlighted effective safeguarding measures and thorough staff training. The school community, including parents and governors, plays an active role in creating a supportive learning environment.
Admissions are managed by Norfolk County Council, with a single reception intake each September. The school encourages prospective families to visit and experience its welcoming atmosphere, ensuring that children feel comfortable and excited about their primary education.
Useful links
- @denver_vc (other)
- @DMA_PE_Dept (other)
- @downhamtownfc (other)
- @HolyCrossCofE (other)
- @Lionesses (other)
- @NorfolkSchFA (other)
- @TheLynnNews (other)
- @YLPSport (other)
- https://t.co/ZfnrPv5CjM (other)
- e4education (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 108 | 58 | 50 | 112 | 20.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 106 | 53 | 53 | 112 | 17.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 103 | 51 | 52 | 112 | 11.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 103 | 51 | 52 | 112 | 11.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 103 | 54 | 49 | 112 | 9.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 104 | 59 | 45 | 112 | 7.70 |
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