Gunton Primary Academy
URN: 142187 • Lowestoft NR32 4LX
Overview
- Name
- Gunton Primary Academy
- URN
- 142187
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kirsten Stone (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01502584661
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Gainsborough Drive, Lowestoft NR32 4LX
Summary
Gunton Primary Academy, located in Lowestoft, Suffolk, is a mixed academy catering to 310 pupils, with a capacity of 315. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and positive environment where children can grow, persevere, and aspire to reach their full potential. The ethos of the academy centres around developing responsible and independent learners, encouraging them to embrace challenges and learn from their experiences.
The curriculum at Gunton Primary Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, equipping students with essential skills and knowledge. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a secure atmosphere that promotes both academic and personal growth. The school places a strong emphasis on the importance of perseverance, helping children build self-confidence and resilience as they navigate their learning journeys.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (33.60%), Gunton Primary Academy is deeply embedded in its community, striving to ensure that all children have access to quality education and opportunities. The school actively encourages parental involvement and maintains open communication through various channels, including their website and social media platforms.
The curriculum at Gunton Primary Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, equipping students with essential skills and knowledge. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a secure atmosphere that promotes both academic and personal growth. The school places a strong emphasis on the importance of perseverance, helping children build self-confidence and resilience as they navigate their learning journeys.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (33.60%), Gunton Primary Academy is deeply embedded in its community, striving to ensure that all children have access to quality education and opportunities. The school actively encourages parental involvement and maintains open communication through various channels, including their website and social media platforms.
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- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- Local events and activities (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies and Privacy Notices (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Woods Loke Primary School (75.0)
- Oulton Broad Primary School (73.1)
- Woods Loke Community Primary School (66.5)
- Carlton Colville Primary School (66.2)
- Somerleyton Primary School (62.4)
Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 310
- Boys
- 155
- Girls
- 155
- FSM %
- 33.60
- Open date
- 2015-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 310 | 155 | 155 | 315 | 33.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 324 | 166 | 158 | 315 | 30.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 348 | 176 | 172 | 315 | 27.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 348 | 176 | 172 | 315 | 27.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 345 | 172 | 173 | 315 | 23.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 357 | 176 | 181 | 315 | 20.70 |
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