Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School — Primary School in Cromer

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Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Cromer, NR27 0NT

130 Pupils

140 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

11.50% FSM %

71 Boys

59 Girls

About Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 4–11 based in Norfolk, East of England. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 130 pupils on roll. School capacity: 140. Current headteacher: Nicholas Read.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Norfolk or the school directly.

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	North Norfolk
Parliamentary Constituency	North Norfolk
Ward	Poppyland
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	10079232
URN	121123
Data Last Updated	04-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (10)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Hayley Smith	Chair of Governors	04/01/2024	03/01/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Janet Butler	Governor	04/01/2024	26/01/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Charlotte Camelford	Governor	04/01/2024	03/01/2028	Elected by school staff
Mrs Frances Day	Governor	04/01/2024	03/01/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Alison Moore	Governor	04/01/2024	03/01/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Nick Read	Governor	04/01/2024	03/01/2028	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Maureen Vaissiere	Governor	04/01/2024	03/01/2028	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mr David Warner	Governor	04/01/2024	14/07/2025	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mrs Beth Wheeler	Governor	04/01/2024	03/01/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Ruth Winterton	Governor	04/01/2024	14/07/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust

Schools Nearby

Northrepps Primary School

1.33 km • Cromer

Other

Sidestrand Hall School

1.78 km • Cromer

Other

Suffield Park Infant and Nursery School, Cromer

Other

Other

Other

St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy

4.24 km • Norwich

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Cromer, Norfolk.

How many pupils does Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School have?

Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School has 130 pupils, with a capacity of 140.

What is the age range at Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

The Headteacher at Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is Mr Nicholas Read.

Where is Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School located?

Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is at 23 Cromer Road, Overstrand, Cromer, NR27 0NT, in the Norfolk local authority, East of England.

Does Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School currently open?

Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Nicholas Read

23 Cromer Road, Overstrand, Cromer, NR27 0NT

01263576040

www.overstrand.norfolk.sch.uk/

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 121123

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026