Eastgate Academy

URN: 140663 • King's Lynn PE30 1QA

Overview

Name
Eastgate Academy
URN
140663
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Trust
EASTERN MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
69.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Linda Hothersall (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01553773088
Website
Visit
Address
Littleport Terrace, King's Lynn PE30 1QA

Summary

Eastgate Academy is a mixed primary school located in King's Lynn, Norfolk, with an enrolment of 273 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 270. As a sponsor-led academy and a member of the Eastern Multi Academy Trust, the school is committed to raising educational standards and aspirations within the community. In 2023, Eastgate Academy received an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, reflecting the dedication of its staff, pupils, and families.

The school’s ethos is built around four core values: Empower, Motivate, Transform, and Aspire. These principles guide the teaching and learning environment, ensuring that every child is supported to flourish academically, socially, and emotionally. Eastgate Academy prides itself on being a multicultural institution that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity, preparing students to become compassionate and responsible global citizens.

The curriculum at Eastgate Academy is designed to be knowledge-rich and coherently sequenced, particularly in subjects like history, where students develop a secure understanding of local, British, and world events. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment that fosters both personal and academic growth, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to succeed.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
EASTERN MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
270
Pupils
273
Boys
140
Girls
133
FSM %
38.50
Open date
2014-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 273 140 133 270 38.50
2024-09-11 279 132 147 270 41.90
2023-09-11 268 124 144 270 34.70
2022-09-11 268 124 144 270 34.70
2021-09-11 272 119 153 270 32.70
2020-09-11 269 116 153 270 24.90

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