What is the best primary school in Dereham?

On our composite score, Swanton Morley VC Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Dereham, with a grade C. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Dereham?

There are 15 primary schools in Dereham with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Dereham ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Dereham?

Applications for Reception places in Dereham starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Dereham

Compare 15 top-rated primary schools in Dereham, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Swanton Morley VC Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Swanton Morley VC Primary School vs Scarning Voluntary Controlled Primary School

The best primary schools in Dereham

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Swanton Morley VC Primary School

Scarning Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Hockering Church of England Primary Academy

Dereham Church of England Junior Academy

Bawdeswell Community Primary School

Mattishall Primary School

St Mary's Community Primary School, Beetley

Dereham, Toftwood Community Junior School

Brisley Church of England Primary Academy

Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy

Foulsham Primary School Academy

Grove House Infant and Nursery School

Toftwood Infant School

King's Park Infant School, Dereham

North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery

Dereham Church of England Infant and Nursery Academy

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