Gayton Church of England Primary Academy

URN: 146060 • Kings Lynn PE32 1QZ

Overview

Name
Gayton Church of England Primary Academy
URN
146060
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Niamh Allitt (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01553636267
Website
Visit
Address
82 Springvale, Kings Lynn PE32 1QZ

Summary

Gayton Church of England Primary Academy is a mixed primary school located in Kings Lynn, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 175 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 160. As an academy converter, it operates under the Diocese of Norwich and is committed to providing a nurturing environment that reflects its Christian ethos. The school emphasizes values such as respect, kindness, and community involvement, fostering a supportive atmosphere for all students.

The curriculum at Gayton is designed to be engaging and inclusive, catering to the diverse needs of its pupils. The school has achieved notable recognitions, including the AfPE Quality Mark with Distinction and the RE Quality Mark Gold, highlighting its commitment to high standards in physical education and religious education. Additionally, the school offers various extracurricular activities to enhance students' learning experiences.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (23.4%), Gayton prioritizes support for all families, ensuring that every child has access to quality education and resources. The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, fostering strong relationships between families and educators. For more information, visit their website at www.gaytonprimary.co.uk.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
160
Pupils
175
Boys
77
Girls
98
FSM %
23.40
Open date
2018-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-04-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 175 77 98 160 23.40
2024-09-11 161 68 93 160 19.90
2023-09-11 154 58 96 152 20.80
2022-09-11 154 58 96 152 20.80
2021-09-11 147 49 98 152 15.60
2020-09-11 139 56 83 152 10.10

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