Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy
URN: 142588 • Norwich NR9 5SD
Overview
- Name
- Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy
- URN
- 142588
- 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
- 60.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rebecca Newman (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01603872354
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Street, Norwich NR9 5SD
Summary
Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy is a mixed primary school located in Norwich, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 73 pupils and a capacity of 105. As part of the Eden Federation of Church Academies, which includes three other schools, it operates under a shared governing body and is led by Executive Head Teacher Mrs. Rebecca Newman. The federation aims to provide a nurturing environment that upholds Christian values and fosters a sense of community among students, staff, and local churches.
The academy follows the National Curriculum, adapting it to meet the diverse needs of its pupils. Emphasis is placed on creating resilient, independent learners who are encouraged to explore and engage with the world around them. The school promotes respect for all cultures and aims to develop positive relationships within the school community, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported.
Great Witchingham Primary is committed to providing a safe and enriching learning environment where children can thrive academically and personally. The school encourages parental involvement and collaboration with the local community, reinforcing its mission to nurture well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to society.
The academy follows the National Curriculum, adapting it to meet the diverse needs of its pupils. Emphasis is placed on creating resilient, independent learners who are encouraged to explore and engage with the world around them. The school promotes respect for all cultures and aims to develop positive relationships within the school community, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported.
Great Witchingham Primary is committed to providing a safe and enriching learning environment where children can thrive academically and personally. The school encourages parental involvement and collaboration with the local community, reinforcing its mission to nurture well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to society.
Useful links
- Your Governors (governance)
- Hockering (other)
- Eden Federation (other)
- Cawston (other)
- Contact Us (other)
- Great Witchingham (other)
- Hockering (other)
- St Peters (other)
- Vacancies (other)
- STCom (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 NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 73
- Boys
- 36
- Girls
- 37
- FSM %
- 20.50
- Open date
- 2016-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-01-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 73 | 36 | 37 | 105 | 20.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 72 | 36 | 36 | 105 | 20.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 66 | 33 | 33 | 105 | 19.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 66 | 33 | 33 | 105 | 19.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 71 | 37 | 34 | 105 | 15.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 75 | 38 | 37 | 105 | 13.30 |
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