Fakenham Infant and Nursery School
67%
Capacity
215
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Fakenham Infant and Nursery School
Fakenham Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 215 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fakenham Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Mason, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
Fakenham Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 51 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fakenham Infant and Nursery School include Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Cross Country, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, Fakenham 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 | Norwich Road, Fakenham, North Norfolk, NR21 8HN |
| Headteacher | Adam Mason |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 215 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 215 / 322 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Nov 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
64
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (80% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Norwich Road, Fakenham
North Norfolk, NR21 8HN
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