Hilgay Riverside Academy
URN: 142526 • Downham Market PE38 0JL
Overview
- Name
- Hilgay Riverside Academy
- URN
- 142526
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE DIOCESE OF ELY MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Turner (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01366387685
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Road, Downham Market PE38 0JL
Summary
Hilgay Riverside Academy is a small primary school located in Downham Market, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 71 pupils and a capacity of 98. As an academy converter, the school promotes a family atmosphere, encouraging collaboration among students across different year groups. Each group, led by Year 6 students, participates in initiatives that foster teamwork and respect, such as earning Family Points for positive behaviour and achievements.
The school offers a knowledge-rich curriculum that prioritises English and Maths while ensuring a broad educational experience. Pupils engage in various activities that challenge their academic and personal growth, including creative arts and outdoor pursuits. The school emphasises the importance of resilience and respect, teaching children to appreciate diversity and the environment.
Hilgay Riverside Academy is committed to preparing students for future challenges, both academically and socially. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes inquiries from families considering enrolment. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
The school offers a knowledge-rich curriculum that prioritises English and Maths while ensuring a broad educational experience. Pupils engage in various activities that challenge their academic and personal growth, including creative arts and outdoor pursuits. The school emphasises the importance of resilience and respect, teaching children to appreciate diversity and the environment.
Hilgay Riverside Academy is committed to preparing students for future challenges, both academically and socially. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes inquiries from families considering enrolment. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
Useful links
- DEMAT (other)
- office@hilgayriverside.norfolk.sch.uk (other)
- Blam Digital (other)
- DEMAT are MAT of the Year 2024! (Read more) (other)
- We Are DEMAT Magazine July 2025 (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE DIOCESE OF ELY MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 98
- Pupils
- 71
- Boys
- 42
- Girls
- 29
- FSM %
- 33.80
- Open date
- 2016-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 71 | 42 | 29 | 98 | 33.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 54 | 34 | 20 | 63 | 29.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 56 | 36 | 20 | 63 | 35.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 56 | 36 | 20 | 63 | 35.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 52 | 32 | 20 | 63 | 28.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 59 | 32 | 27 | 63 | 24.10 |
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