Wroughton Junior Academy
URN: 143522 • Great Yarmouth NR31 8BD
Overview
- Name
- Wroughton Junior Academy
- URN
- 143522
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CREATIVE EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 41.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jessica Balls (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01493806780
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Burgh Road, Great Yarmouth NR31 8BD
Summary
Wroughton Junior Academy, located in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 283 pupils, serving a capacity of 360. The school is committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum that fosters academic excellence, emotional intelligence, and social competence. The mission of the academy is to ensure that children acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to become confident and successful individuals.
The academy places a strong emphasis on community engagement, maintaining close relationships with local churches, charities, businesses, and secondary educational institutions. This collaborative approach enhances the learning experience and supports the development of students as responsible citizens. Wroughton Junior Academy also offers before and after-school care, along with various extracurricular enrichment clubs to support families and promote a well-rounded education.
Headteacher Mrs. Jessica Balls encourages open communication with parents and carers, inviting them to engage with staff and share insights to improve the educational environment. The school is dedicated to nurturing each child's potential while preparing them for future challenges.
The academy places a strong emphasis on community engagement, maintaining close relationships with local churches, charities, businesses, and secondary educational institutions. This collaborative approach enhances the learning experience and supports the development of students as responsible citizens. Wroughton Junior Academy also offers before and after-school care, along with various extracurricular enrichment clubs to support families and promote a well-rounded education.
Headteacher Mrs. Jessica Balls encourages open communication with parents and carers, inviting them to engage with staff and share insights to improve the educational environment. The school is dedicated to nurturing each child's potential while preparing them for future challenges.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar of Events (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Hillside Primary School (63.7)
- Woodlands Primary Academy (62.5)
- Ormiston Herman Academy (62.2)
- Hopton Church of England Primary School (62.2)
- Northgate Primary School, Great Yarmouth (61.7)
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CREATIVE EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 283
- Boys
- 144
- Girls
- 139
- FSM %
- 55.50
- Open date
- 2016-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 283 | 144 | 139 | 360 | 55.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 318 | 165 | 153 | 360 | 56.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 317 | 172 | 145 | 360 | 51.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 317 | 172 | 145 | 360 | 51.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 328 | 164 | 164 | 360 | 48.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 326 | 152 | 174 | 360 | 42.90 |
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