The short version
Average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 61% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
- The school is at capacity (99% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
61%
-1.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
17%
+9.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
107
+1.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
-1.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
109
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 11 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
11% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
2% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 20 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 11 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 5–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 118
- Capacity
- 99%
- FSM
- 11.9%
Governance
- Local authority
- Norfolk
- Head
- Mr Alex Pritchard (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection
January 2023 | School Inspection
Full inspection: Outstanding
March 2017 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
October 2011 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
February 2009 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
January 2006 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
June 2000 | Full Inspection
Location
School Lane, Little Melton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR9 3AD
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Little Melton Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Little Melton Primary School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in February 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Little Melton Primary School?
Little Melton Primary School currently has 118 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Little Melton Primary School take?
Little Melton Primary School caters for pupils aged 5 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Little Melton Primary School?
Little Melton Primary School is in Norwich, NR9 3AD, in the Norfolk local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Little Melton Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Little Melton Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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