Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School — Primary School in King's Lynn

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Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

King's Lynn, PE32 1LY

103 Pupils

105 Capacity

5–11 Age Range

10.70% FSM %

52 Boys

51 Girls

About Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in King's Lynn, Norfolk, in the East of England region of England for pupils aged 5–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 103 pupils on roll. School capacity: 105. Current headteacher: Sophie Dickson.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Norfolk
Region	East of England
Administrative District	King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Parliamentary Constituency	North West Norfolk
Ward	Gayton & Grimston
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10074244
URN	121135
Data Last Updated	18-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Dr Murree Groom	Chair of Governors	02/10/2024	01/10/2028	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mr Peter Britton	Governor	21/04/2023	21/04/2027	Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)
Robert Hammond	Governor	22/06/2021	21/06/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Robert Hammond	Governor	22/06/2025	21/06/2025	Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)
Emma Hardy	Governor	25/04/2023	24/04/2027	Elected by parents
Mrs Beverly Hunnable	Governor	12/11/2025	11/11/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Miss Rachel Key	Governor	21/03/2025	20/03/2029	Elected by parents
Revd Sue Martin	Governor	11/04/2021	10/04/2025	Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)
The Reverend Sue Martin	Governor	11/04/2025	10/04/2029	Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)
Mr Lee Stevens	Governor	10/02/2023	21/07/2025	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Lynette Woodhouse	Governor	04/09/2023	31/08/2025	Elected by school staff

Schools Nearby

Holly Meadows School

3.11 km • King's Lynn

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3.75 km • Kings Lynn

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Churchill Park Complex Needs School

4.24 km • King's Lynn

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Fairstead Community Primary and Nursery School

4.45 km • King's Lynn

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Middleton Church of England Primary Academy

4.55 km • King's Lynn

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in King's Lynn, Norfolk.

How many pupils does Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School have?

Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School has 103 pupils, with a capacity of 105.

What is the age range at Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School caters for pupils aged 5 to 11.

Is Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

The Headteacher at Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is Mrs Sophie Dickson.

Where is Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School located?

Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is at East Winch Road, Ashwicken, King's Lynn, PE32 1LY, in the Norfolk local authority, East of England.

Does Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School currently open?

Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Sophie Dickson

East Winch Road, Ashwicken, King's Lynn, PE32 1LY

01553630352

www.ashwickenschool.co.uk

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 121135

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026