Astley Primary School
URN: 144565 • Melton Constable NR24 2HH
Overview
- Name
- Astley Primary School
- URN
- 144565
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SYNERGY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennifer Goakes (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01263860212
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Fakenham Road, Melton Constable NR24 2HH
Summary
Astley Primary School, located in Melton Constable, Norfolk, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 207 pupils and a capacity of 315. As part of the Synergy Multi-Academy Trust, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in their motto: "Be Ready, Show Respect, Try Your Best," which reflects their commitment to developing happy, confident, and kind individuals.
Central to the school's approach is the 'Astley Curriculum Experience' (ACE), designed to equip students with the skills and experiences necessary for lifelong learning. The curriculum emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and respect for diversity, encouraging pupils to engage with various subjects and activities. Recent initiatives include celebrating European Day of Languages and promoting British Values, which highlight the school's focus on cultural awareness and community engagement.
Astley Primary School actively encourages parental involvement and community participation, inviting families to visit and experience the school's vibrant atmosphere. The leadership team, led by Headteacher Jen Goakes, is committed to providing a positive and inspiring educational experience for all students.
Central to the school's approach is the 'Astley Curriculum Experience' (ACE), designed to equip students with the skills and experiences necessary for lifelong learning. The curriculum emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and respect for diversity, encouraging pupils to engage with various subjects and activities. Recent initiatives include celebrating European Day of Languages and promoting British Values, which highlight the school's focus on cultural awareness and community engagement.
Astley Primary School actively encourages parental involvement and community participation, inviting families to visit and experience the school's vibrant atmosphere. The leadership team, led by Headteacher Jen Goakes, is committed to providing a positive and inspiring educational experience for all students.
Useful links
- @Astley_Primary (other)
- Website by The Specialists (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Astley Primary School (64.0)
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SYNERGY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 207
- Boys
- 89
- Girls
- 118
- FSM %
- 24.20
- Open date
- 2017-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 207 | 89 | 118 | 315 | 24.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 210 | 96 | 114 | 315 | 27.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 205 | 99 | 106 | 315 | 22.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 205 | 99 | 106 | 315 | 22.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 211 | 107 | 104 | 315 | 18.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 213 | 111 | 102 | 315 | 11.70 |
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