The Bishops Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

URN: 135627 • Thetford IP24 1EB

Overview

Name
The Bishops Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN
135627
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
50.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dan Pickard (since 2025)
Telephone
Website
Address
Canterbury Way, Thetford IP24 1EB

Summary

The Bishops Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Thetford, Norfolk, is a mixed primary school with a capacity of 400 students. The school is dedicated to fostering a safe and happy learning environment, guided by its vision of helping children "live life in all its fullness." The ethos emphasizes respect, friendship, and perseverance, encouraging students to aim high and support one another within the community.

The curriculum at Bishops has undergone significant improvements, with a focus on comprehensive planning and staff training to enhance educational outcomes. The school actively utilizes catch-up funding to address learning gaps and ensure that all students receive the support they need to thrive academically and socially.

Bishops CE Academy prides itself on its inclusive approach, welcoming a diverse community and striving to serve all families. The school encourages parental involvement and communication, inviting parents to engage with the school and learn more about its initiatives and daily life.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
400
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
2009-01-01
Close date
2016-10-31
Last Ofsted
2014-09-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 400
2024-09-11 400
2023-09-11 400
2022-09-11 400
2021-09-11 400
2020-09-11 400

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