Wensum Junior School
URN: 141356 • Norwich NR2 4HB
Overview
- Name
- Wensum Junior School
- URN
- 141356
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- EVOLUTION ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 42.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Corrina Peachment (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01603620877
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Turner Road, Norwich NR2 4HB
Summary
Wensum Junior School, located in Norwich, is a mixed primary academy under the Evolution Academy Trust, accommodating 187 pupils with a capacity of 240. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, where the well-being of students is paramount. Headteacher Corrina Peachment emphasizes the importance of happiness in learning, aiming to nurture kind, honest, and respectful individuals.
The school has achieved SATs results above the national average in 2025, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence. Wensum Junior School is recognized as a School of Sanctuary, dedicated to providing a safe and welcoming space for all, particularly for those seeking refuge. This status is supported by the school’s core values of honesty, kindness, and respect, which guide its ethos and community engagement.
Wensum's curriculum incorporates REAL projects that promote global citizenship, aligning with the Norwich 2040 vision for a fair city. The school celebrates its diverse community, ensuring that all cultures are valued and included in the educational experience.
The school has achieved SATs results above the national average in 2025, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence. Wensum Junior School is recognized as a School of Sanctuary, dedicated to providing a safe and welcoming space for all, particularly for those seeking refuge. This status is supported by the school’s core values of honesty, kindness, and respect, which guide its ethos and community engagement.
Wensum's curriculum incorporates REAL projects that promote global citizenship, aligning with the Norwich 2040 vision for a fair city. The school celebrates its diverse community, ensuring that all cultures are valued and included in the educational experience.
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Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- EVOLUTION ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 187
- Boys
- 87
- Girls
- 100
- FSM %
- 48.10
- Open date
- 2015-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 187 | 87 | 100 | 240 | 48.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 190 | 94 | 96 | 240 | 44.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 185 | 97 | 88 | 240 | 41.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 185 | 97 | 88 | 240 | 41.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 189 | 101 | 88 | 240 | 38.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 174 | 89 | 85 | 240 | 33.90 |
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