Valley Primary Academy
URN: 142818 • Norwich NR5 8XZ
Overview
- Name
- Valley Primary Academy
- URN
- 142818
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 46.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sara Bush (since 2025)
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Gentry Place, Norwich NR5 8XZ
Summary
Valley Primary Academy, located in Norwich, Norfolk, is a mixed academy catering to children aged 4 to 11 years. With a current enrolment of 170 pupils and a capacity of 210, the school prioritises creating a happy, calm, and engaging learning environment. The academy is committed to fostering responsible and caring attitudes among its students, ensuring they feel safe and supported throughout their educational journey.
The curriculum at Valley Primary Academy is designed to be innovative and creative, delivered through excellent teaching and modern technology. The school places a strong emphasis on academic and creative progress, with high expectations for both staff and students. Parents have reported high satisfaction levels, with 94% stating their child is happy at the school and 99% feeling their child is safe.
Valley Primary Academy values strong relationships with parents and the wider community, actively involving them in the educational process. The school aims to make the transition into primary education a positive experience for children and offers dedicated support for families during the admissions process.
The curriculum at Valley Primary Academy is designed to be innovative and creative, delivered through excellent teaching and modern technology. The school places a strong emphasis on academic and creative progress, with high expectations for both staff and students. Parents have reported high satisfaction levels, with 94% stating their child is happy at the school and 99% feeling their child is safe.
Valley Primary Academy values strong relationships with parents and the wider community, actively involving them in the educational process. The school aims to make the transition into primary education a positive experience for children and offers dedicated support for families during the admissions process.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 170 | 90 | 80 | 210 | 51.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 170 | 90 | 80 | 210 | 51.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 158 | 74 | 84 | 210 | 57.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 158 | 74 | 84 | 210 | 57.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 175 | 86 | 89 | 210 | 56.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 188 | 94 | 94 | 210 | 43.60 |
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