Southtown Primary School
URN: 148119 • Great Yarmouth NR31 0HJ
Overview
- Name
- Southtown Primary School
- URN
- 148119
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- KINGFISHER SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 41.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ben Newstead (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01493653908
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Tamworth Lane, Great Yarmouth NR31 0HJ
Summary
Southtown Primary School is a mixed academy located in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 192 pupils against a capacity of 220. The school is committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum that has been continuously refined since its implementation in September 2020. The focus is on high-quality teaching, ensuring that children not only learn effectively but also develop essential learning behaviours that prepare them for future educational challenges.
The school actively promotes British Values, fostering respect and tolerance among students of diverse backgrounds. Through initiatives like the School Council, pupils learn about democracy and the importance of individual liberty, while clear rules and expectations help them understand the rule of law. Southtown Primary also prioritises the social and emotional development of its students, encouraging self-esteem and responsibility, and implementing a strong anti-bullying culture.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (40.10%), Southtown Primary is dedicated to meeting the individual needs of all students and preparing them for secondary education and lifelong learning. The school fosters a supportive community environment where children are encouraged to thrive academically and socially.
The school actively promotes British Values, fostering respect and tolerance among students of diverse backgrounds. Through initiatives like the School Council, pupils learn about democracy and the importance of individual liberty, while clear rules and expectations help them understand the rule of law. Southtown Primary also prioritises the social and emotional development of its students, encouraging self-esteem and responsibility, and implementing a strong anti-bullying culture.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (40.10%), Southtown Primary is dedicated to meeting the individual needs of all students and preparing them for secondary education and lifelong learning. The school fosters a supportive community environment where children are encouraged to thrive academically and socially.
Useful links
- Weekly newsletter 10th October 2025 (download)
- Weekly newsletter 3rd October 2025 (download)
- Weekly newsletter 26th September 2025 (download)
- Matomo cookies (other)
- Website design by Primarysite (other)
- Video Resource Centre (other)
- Log in (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Hillside Primary School (63.7)
- Woodlands Primary Academy (62.5)
- Ormiston Herman Academy (62.2)
- Hopton Church of England Primary School (62.2)
- Northgate Primary School, Great Yarmouth (61.7)
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- KINGFISHER SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 220
- Pupils
- 192
- Boys
- 109
- Girls
- 83
- FSM %
- 40.10
- Open date
- 2020-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 192 | 109 | 83 | 220 | 40.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 196 | 105 | 91 | 220 | 46.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 196 | 100 | 96 | 220 | 46.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 196 | 100 | 96 | 220 | 46.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 193 | 95 | 98 | 220 | 44.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 220 |
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