Lionwood Infant and Nursery School
85%
Capacity
223
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Lionwood Infant and Nursery School
Lionwood Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Norwich community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 223 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lionwood Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Selene Sawyer, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
Lionwood Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 57 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
Lionwood Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (56 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lionwood Infant and Nursery School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Swimming, Tennis, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Norwich, Lionwood 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 | Telegraph Lane East, Norwich, Norwich, NR1 4AN |
| Headteacher | Selene Sawyer |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.2% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 262 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
56 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Telegraph Lane East, Norwich
Norwich, NR1 4AN
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