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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Gillingham Newsletter 10.10.25 (download)
- Admissions (other)
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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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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