Hapton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | The Street Hapton Norwich Norfolk NR15 1AD |
| Phone | 01508489395 |
| Reference Number | 121040 |
Hapton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is currently rated as requiring improvement overall, a decline from its previous good rating. The school has faced significant leadership and staffing turbulence since the last inspection, which has impacted the quality of education. Despite this, the interim leadership team is making progress in implementing a new curriculum and fostering a supportive environment where pupils feel valued and safe. The pupils exhibit positive behavior and benefit from a strong emphasis on reading instruction. However, there are notable gaps in the curriculum that hinder pupils' learning and retention of knowledge, particularly in subjects such as personal, social and health education (PSHE).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 19 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 42.11%
Girls: 57.89% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 42.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 5.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 9.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 13 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 2 | 2 | Unknown | 2 |
| 3 | 1 | Unknown | 1 |
| 4 | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| 5 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 6 | Unknown | 3 | 3 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 57.9% |
| Unclassified | 21.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| > Quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Requires Improvement |
| > Leadership & Management | Requires Improvement |
| > Early Years Provision | Requires Improvement |
| Last Report Date | 06 Jun 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Jun 2023 | School inspection: |
| 12 Dec 2017 | Short inspection |
| 22 May 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 13 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Jun 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong teaching of early reading ensures pupils read with fluency.
- Pupils behave well in lessons and during social times.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Leaders prioritize safeguarding and create a strong culture of safety.
- Pupils take on leadership roles and engage actively in school activities.
Areas for Improvement
- The curriculum does not ensure pupils learn and remember essential knowledge over time.
- Insufficient training for staff in delivering the full curriculum effectively.
- Lack of clarity in curriculum plans, particularly in mixed-age classes.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 3 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 3 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Wreningham VC Primary School
Ashwellthorpe Road, Wreningham, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 1AW |
1.64 miles |
|
Preston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Henry Preston Road, Tasburgh, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 1NU |
1.88 miles |
|
Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy
Norwich Road, Tacolneston, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 1AL |
2.18 miles |
|
St Mary's Church of England Junior Academy
Swan Lane, Long Stratton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 2UY |
2.49 miles |
|
Forncett St Peter Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Aslacton Road, Forncett St Peter, Forncett St. Peter Ceva Primary School, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 1LT |
2.56 miles |
|
Newton Flotman Church of England Primary Academy
School Road, Newton Flotman, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 1PR |
2.57 miles |
|
Manor Field Infant and Nursery School
Manor Road, Long Stratton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 2XR |
2.72 miles |
|
Mulbarton Primary School
The Common, Mulbarton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 8JG |
2.78 miles |
|
Saxlingham Nethergate CofE VC Primary School
Church Hill, Saxlingham Nethergate, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 1TD |
3.54 miles |
|
Aslacton Primary School
Church Road, Aslacton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 2JH |
3.56 miles |
|
Bunwell Primary School
The Turnpike, Bunwell, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 1SN |
3.9 miles |
|
Hempnall Primary School
The Street, Hempnall, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 2AD |
4.21 miles |
|
Silfield Oak Primary Academy
Swallow Drive, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 9GE |
4.26 miles |
|
Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Church Road, Carleton Rode, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 1RW |
4.53 miles |
|
Browick Road Primary and Nursery School
8 - 12 Browick Road, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 0QW |
4.85 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Long Stratton High School
Manor Road, Long Stratton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 2XR |
2.57 miles |