Eastfield Infant and Nursery School
94%
Capacity
206
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Eastfield Infant and Nursery School
Eastfield Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Huntingdonshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 219 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Eastfield Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Summerfield, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
Eastfield Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 51 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
Eastfield Infant and Nursery School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (46 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Eastfield Infant and Nursery School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Rounders, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Huntingdonshire, Eastfield Infant and Nursery 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pig Lane, St Ives, Huntingdonshire, PE27 5QT |
| Headteacher | Laura Summerfield |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.5% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 219 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
46 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pig Lane, St Ives
Huntingdonshire, PE27 5QT
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