Greyfriars Academy

URN: 145535 • Kings Lynn PE30 5PY

Overview

Name
Greyfriars Academy
URN
145535
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
UNITY EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
45.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Aidan McGovern (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01553773087
Website
Visit
Address
London Road, Kings Lynn PE30 5PY

Summary

Greyfriars Academy, located in Kings Lynn, Norfolk, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 204 pupils, out of a capacity of 304. As part of the Unity Education Trust, the school focuses on raising aspirations and fulfilling the potential of every child. The academy promotes a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best while enjoying their learning experience.

The school’s ethos is built on its vision and values, which emphasise care, achievement, and enjoyment in education. Greyfriars Academy provides a supportive curriculum designed to cater to the diverse needs of its students, with a significant percentage (39.7%) of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and community engagement.

Parents can find information about school policies, admissions, and the latest news on the academy's website. Greyfriars Academy is dedicated to fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration, both within the school and with its partner institutions in the Unity Education Trust.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
UNITY EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
304
Pupils
204
Boys
99
Girls
105
FSM %
39.70
Open date
2018-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 204 99 105 304 39.70
2024-09-11 228 108 120 304 44.30
2023-09-11 272 137 135 304 40.40
2022-09-11 272 137 135 304 40.40
2021-09-11 281 139 142 304 38.80
2020-09-11 280 136 144 304 30.70

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