Drayton Community Infant School
78%
Capacity
211
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Drayton Community Infant School
Drayton Community Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 211 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Drayton Community Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Hutt, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
Drayton Community Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 55 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
Drayton Community Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (24 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Drayton Community Infant School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Film Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Drayton Community 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road, Norwich, Broadland, NR8 6EP |
| Headteacher | Sarah Hutt |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.0% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 270 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
24 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
118
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Norwich
Broadland, NR8 6EP
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