Southery Academy

URN: 142468 • Downham Market PE38 0PA

Overview

Name
Southery Academy
URN
142468
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
EASTERN MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elaine Huntington (since 2025)
Telephone
01366377205
Website
Visit
Address
Westgate Street, Downham Market PE38 0PA

Summary

Southery Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Downham Market, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 83 pupils and a capacity of 98. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and caring environment, encapsulated in its mission statement developed by students: "Supporting each other, achieving together." The academy promotes the values of Care, Consideration, and Courtesy, aiming to create a family atmosphere that encourages personal connections among students.

The curriculum at Southery Academy is designed to empower and motivate children, instilling a love of learning and resilience. The school emphasizes innovative and creative approaches to education, helping students to aspire to high standards and appreciate the value of their educational journey. The academy also encourages parental involvement and believes in the importance of a strong partnership between home and school.

Admissions are managed by Norfolk Local Authority, and the academy follows the criteria set by the Eastern Multi-Academy Trust. Prospective parents are invited to visit the school for tours to gain insight into the community and learning environment. For more information, the school’s website provides resources and contact details.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
EASTERN MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
98
Pupils
83
Boys
38
Girls
45
FSM %
28.90
Open date
2016-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-01-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 83 38 45 98 28.90
2024-09-11 93 45 48 98 36.60
2023-09-11 92 49 43 98 31.50
2022-09-11 92 49 43 98 31.50
2021-09-11 93 49 44 98 25.80
2020-09-11 96 54 42 98 19.80

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