Highgate Infant School
69%
Capacity
62
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Highgate Infant School
Highgate Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the King's Lynn and West Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 62 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Highgate Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cheryl Kirby, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
Highgate Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 15 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Highgate Infant School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Highgate 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gaywood Road, King's Lynn, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE30 2PS |
| Headteacher | Cheryl Kirby |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 62 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.9% |
| School Capacity | 62 / 90 (69% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
47
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
14 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
Gaywood Road, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE30 2PS
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