Brisley Church of England Primary Academy
URN: 146558 • Dereham NR20 5LH
Overview
- Name
- Brisley Church of England Primary Academy
- URN
- 146558
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- 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
- 61.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Belinda Allen (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01362668350
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Road, Dereham NR20 5LH
Summary
Brisley Church of England Primary Academy is a mixed, sponsor-led academy located in Dereham, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 66 pupils and a capacity of 105. As part of the Hope Federation, which includes Rudham C of E Academy, Brisley Academy is committed to providing a nurturing educational environment grounded in Christian values. The school aims to foster spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development while encouraging pupils to take pride in their learning.
The curriculum at Brisley Academy is designed to be creative, well-balanced, and topic-based, ensuring that students engage with their education in an inspiring manner. The school emphasizes the importance of personal growth and aspiration, providing opportunities for children to develop their abilities and interests.
As a small rural academy, Brisley benefits from a close-knit community atmosphere, where each child is valued and supported. The school's vision, inspired by the Parable of the Sower, reflects its commitment to nurturing each child's potential within a safe and happy learning environment.
The curriculum at Brisley Academy is designed to be creative, well-balanced, and topic-based, ensuring that students engage with their education in an inspiring manner. The school emphasizes the importance of personal growth and aspiration, providing opportunities for children to develop their abilities and interests.
As a small rural academy, Brisley benefits from a close-knit community atmosphere, where each child is valued and supported. The school's vision, inspired by the Parable of the Sower, reflects its commitment to nurturing each child's potential within a safe and happy learning environment.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- Privacy Policy (download)
- Brisley Bus Timetable (download)
- Brisley Admissions policy 2025-26 (download)
- Rudham Admissions policy 2025-26 (download)
- Brisley Admissions policy 2024-25 (download)
- Rudham Admissions policy 2024-25 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Norfolk County Council School Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 66
- Boys
- 36
- Girls
- 30
- FSM %
- 15.20
- Open date
- 2018-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 66 | 36 | 30 | 105 | 15.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 78 | 40 | 38 | 105 | 14.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 76 | 41 | 35 | 105 | 11.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 76 | 41 | 35 | 105 | 11.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 73 | 43 | 30 | 105 | 15.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 69 | 39 | 30 | 105 | 11.60 |
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