Grove House Infant and Nursery School
94%
Capacity
85
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Grove House Infant and Nursery School
Grove House Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 85 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 90 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Grove House Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Creed, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
Grove House Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 13 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grove House Infant and Nursery School include Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Athletics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, Grove House 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 | Gilpins Ride, Dereham, Breckland, NR19 1BJ |
| Headteacher | Rachel Creed |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 85 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.0% |
| School Capacity | 85 / 90 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 May 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
44
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gilpins Ride, Dereham
Breckland, NR19 1BJ
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