The Bishop's Church of England Primary Academy
Canterbury Way, Thetford, IP24 1EB
Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)
PrimaryAcademy sponsor ledMixedChurch of England
About the school
“Jesus was God’s shepherd on earth and his flock was not just for his followers but was open and included anyone – open to all.”
Established school - open since before 2008.
Ofsted
Ofsted: Not judgedLast inspected 29 April 2025
Quality of educationRequires improvement
Behaviour and attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership and managementGood
Safeguarding effectiveYes
“Not judged” means there's no overall grade: Ofsted stopped giving single-word grades in September 2024. The full report shows how the school did in each area.
Admissions
Admissions policy on record: Not applicable
This school is its own admissions authority, meaning it sets and applies its own admissions criteria (rather than the local council).
Visit the school's website for admissions details →Details
- Number of pupils
- 359
- Multi-academy trust
- The Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust
- Phone
- 01842754902
- Website
- www.bishop.norfolk.sch.uk