Henderson Green Primary Academy, Norwich

In its own words: "Your child will have a supportive and secure environment in which to achieve their maximum potential. We place great emphasis on the basics, English, Maths, Science and ICT but also ensure that creativity is high on our agenda. Our dedicated teaching staff work in year group teams, to plan and deliver a relevant and exciting curriculum."

From the headteacher's welcome: "As the Headteacher, I am delighted to welcome you to our vibrant school community. At Henderson Green, we are passionate about nurturing the potential of every pupil, fostering an environment where curiosity, creativity, and resilience thrive. Our aim is to inspire our pupils to become lifelong learners who are confident and prepared to embrace the challenges of the future."

Clubs and activities named on the school's website include dance, cooking, art and film.

The school runs a breakfast club from 8:00am and after-school care.

In 2025, 74% of Year 6 pupils at Henderson Green Primary Academy reached the expected standard in reading and 78% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 73% and 70% in Norfolk and 77% and 75% across England.

Results rose from 63% in reading and 59% in maths in 2024.

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 9 families put Henderson Green Primary Academy as their first choice and 22 named it as one of their preferences, for 9 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Henderson Green Primary Academy are Norwich Primary Academy (0.3 miles, Good, 63% reading, 65% maths); West Earlham Infant and Nursery School (0.5 miles, Outstanding); West Earlham Junior School (0.5 miles, Good, 55% reading, 53% maths); and Valley Primary Academy (0.6 miles, 83% reading, 70% maths).

Henderson Green Primary Academy's 2025 results were higher than 2 of these 3 schools.

Henderson Green Primary Academy is one of 40 schools run by Unity Schools Partnership, an academy trust.

Across the trust's primary schools, 70% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths in 2024/25.

50.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well above the average state school (25%), and 39.2% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

The largest ethnic groups are White British (59%), Black (11%) and Mixed (9%).

In 2026, 25 pupils (16.9%) received SEN support and 10 (6.8%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.

The nearest railway station is Norwich Rail Station, about 2.3 miles away in a straight line.

4 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Whistlefish Court (opposite), 190 metres away.

Measured by the 2025 English Indices of Deprivation, the neighbourhood Henderson Green Primary Academy stands in is among the 20% most deprived neighbourhoods in England. This describes where the school is, not where its pupils live.

In August 2026, police recorded 210 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. That is well above the typical figure around schools in Norfolk (28), as is usual near a town centre.

In 2024/25, Henderson Green Primary Academy issued 44 suspensions, 27.2 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.

The secondary schools closest to Henderson Green Primary Academy are City Academy Norwich (0.6 miles) and Hellesdon High School (1.7 miles).