John of Gaunt Infant and Nursery School
87%
Capacity
202
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About John of Gaunt Infant and Nursery School
John of Gaunt Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 232 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated John of Gaunt Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jamie Olney, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
John of Gaunt Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 37 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
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 John of Gaunt Infant and Nursery School include Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, John of Gaunt 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hungate Street, Norwich, Broadland, NR11 6JZ |
| Headteacher | Jamie Olney |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.7% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 232 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed37
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hungate Street, Norwich
Broadland, NR11 6JZ
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