Norwich Road Academy

URN: 145029 • Thetford IP24 2HT

Overview

Name
Norwich Road Academy
URN
145029
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
EASTERN MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
51.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julia Miles (since 2025)
Telephone
01842753279
Website
Visit
Address
Norwich Road, Thetford IP24 2HT

Summary

Norwich Road Academy is a mixed primary school located in Thetford, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 309 pupils and a capacity of 472. As part of the Eastern Multi Academy Trust, the school offers a nurturing environment that promotes a love of learning from Nursery through to Year 6. The academy features extensive grounds, including a large sports field, outdoor learning areas, and a well-resourced library, facilitating a range of educational activities beyond the classroom.

The school is committed to fostering strong values and preparing students for life in modern Britain. This includes the promotion of fundamental British values such as democracy, individual liberty, and mutual respect, which are integrated into the curriculum and supported through initiatives like weekly class debates and discussions on current affairs.

Norwich Road Academy values parental involvement and encourages families to engage in their children's educational journey. The dedicated staff aim to support each pupil in achieving their academic potential while also building lasting friendships and memories. Parents are invited to visit the school to learn more about its ethos and community.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
EASTERN MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
472
Pupils
309
Boys
159
Girls
150
FSM %
30.10
Open date
2017-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 309 159 150 472 30.10
2024-09-11 339 168 171 472 30.20
2023-09-11 342 178 164 472 26.60
2022-09-11 342 178 164 472 26.60
2021-09-11 322 168 154 472 22.50
2020-09-11 344 180 164 472 14.70

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