Diss Infant Academy and Nursery
56%
Capacity
118
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Diss Infant Academy and Nursery
Diss Infant Academy and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 118 pupils on roll, operating at 56% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Diss Infant Academy and Nursery "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Cerullo, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
Diss Infant Academy and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 40 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Diss Infant Academy and Nursery include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Norfolk, Diss Infant Academy and Nursery 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Fitzwalter Road, Diss, South Norfolk, IP22 4PU |
| Headteacher | Joanna Cerullo |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 118 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.9% |
| School Capacity | 118 / 210 (56% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Sept 2023. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
56
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fitzwalter Road, Diss
South Norfolk, IP22 4PU
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