Gillingham St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy

URN: 141778 • Beccles NR34 0HT

Overview

Name
Gillingham St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy
URN
141778
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Heather Brand (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01502713425
Website
Visit
Address
The Boundaries, Beccles NR34 0HT

Summary

Gillingham St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Beccles, Norfolk, serving a small community with 53 pupils enrolled out of a capacity of 60. The school operates under The Kingfisher Federation, which includes Ditchingham Primary School and Earsham Primary Academy, all sharing an Executive Head Teacher and governing body. This collaborative structure allows for resource sharing and enhanced educational support.

The academy caters to children from Reception to Year 6, offering mixed-age classes that foster a stimulating and inclusive learning environment. Guided by a Christian ethos, Gillingham St Michael's prioritises values such as aspiration, creativity, and respect, aiming to nurture a love of learning in all students. The school welcomes families of all backgrounds, ensuring a supportive community atmosphere.

Partnerships with parents and local communities are integral to the school's mission, helping children to reach their full potential. The school is committed to providing quality education and personal development for every child, with a focus on celebrating individual achievements and fostering a sense of belonging.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
60
Pupils
53
Boys
27
Girls
26
FSM %
26.40
Open date
2015-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 53 27 26 60 26.40
2024-09-11 59 25 34 60 25.40
2023-09-11 61 27 34 60 27.90
2022-09-11 61 27 34 60 27.90
2021-09-11 65 30 35 60 23.10
2020-09-11 65 30 35 60 20.00

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