Schools in Fakenham
There are 11 schools in Fakenham on the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, including 8 primary and 1 secondary schools, under Norfolk local authority. Every name links to the school's official record (data retrieved 5 June 2026).
A register, not an admissions guide
Primary schools in Fakenham (8)
- All Saints Stibbard Church of England Primary Academy and NurseryAcademy converter · NR21 0LT
- Blenheim Park AcademyAcademy sponsor led · NR21 7PX
- Colkirk Church of England Primary AcademyAcademy converter · NR21 7NW
- Fakenham Infant and Nursery SchoolAcademy converter · NR21 8HN
- Fakenham Junior SchoolAcademy converter · NR21 8BN
- Hindringham Church of England Primary SchoolVoluntary aided school · NR21 0PL
- Little Snoring Community Primary AcademyAcademy converter · NR21 0JN
- Sculthorpe Church of England Primary AcademyAcademy converter · NR21 9NQ
Secondary schools in Fakenham (1)
- Fakenham AcademyAcademy sponsor led · NR21 9QT
Other phases in Fakenham (2)
- Duke of Lancaster SchoolFree schools special · NR21 9DQ
- Ortus Education Ltd - West Raynham SchoolOther independent special school · NR21 7HH
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Frequently asked questions
How many schools are there in Fakenham?
The Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register lists 11 open schools with a Fakenham address (as of 5 June 2026), including 8 primary and 1 secondary schools. Schools open, close and convert over time, so always check the official record for the latest position.
Does living in Fakenham guarantee a place at these schools?
No. Each school's admissions are governed by its own policy and the local authority's coordinated process. Distance is often a tie-breaker behind criteria like siblings, faith and catchment, so being nearby helps but never guarantees a place. Always check the school's current admissions policy and last year's cut-off distance.
Where does this list come from?
Every school on this page comes from the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, retrieved on 5 June 2026. Each name links to the school's official record, which is the place to verify details before relying on them.
How do I check the distance from a home to a school in Fakenham?
Use our free Find Schools Near a Postcode tool to see every school within a chosen radius of a postcode, or the School Distance Calculator to measure a specific home-to-school distance. Both use straight-line distance, which is a planning aid — local authorities may measure differently for admissions.