Cecil Gowing Infant School
90%
Capacity
162
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Cecil Gowing Infant School
Cecil Gowing Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 162 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cecil Gowing Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Aimee Bulman, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
Cecil Gowing Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 132 applications for 59 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cecil Gowing Infant School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Cecil Gowing Infant School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Falcon Road West, Norwich, Broadland, NR7 8NZ |
| Headteacher | Aimee Bulman |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 162 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.3% |
| School Capacity | 162 / 180 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
132
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Falcon Road West, Norwich
Broadland, NR7 8NZ
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