West Earlham Junior School
Community primary school in Norwich (Norfolk).
Location
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"West Earlham Junior School is a happy and vibrant school." West Earlham Junior School is a co-educational school for children from 7 to 11 years old. We offer a stimulating environment for learning, where every child can thrive and do well. We believe that every child deserves the best education possible and we aim to provide just that.
We set out to give children a sense of purpose, encourage their confidence and to enjoy learning. Children are happy at West Earlham. At West Earlham Junior School we aim to provide a caring environment and give your child the very best educational experiences during their junior years.
We hope to provide a wide range of learning opportunities for all children and so support them in becoming independent and responsible adults. West Earlham Junior School Scarnell Road, Norwich NR5 8HT Headteacher: Mrs Catrin Eyers School Business Manager: Mrs Beverley Savage
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Key facts
- URN
- 120958
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 7 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Norfolk
- Constituency
- Norwich South
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (6 current, 1 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms Anne Gibson | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nicky Fairweather | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Barry Rainbird | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Jenni Rant | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Alice Blincow | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Hilary Hann | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Catrin Eyers Former | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2019 · term ended 2026 |
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