Newnham Infant and Nursery School
110%
Capacity
296
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Newnham Infant and Nursery School
Newnham Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hillingdon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 296 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newnham Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Letch, it falls under Hillingdon local authority.
Newnham Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 282 applications for 90 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 106 were first-preference applications.
Newnham Infant and Nursery School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 6 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newnham Infant and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Cross Country, Swimming, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Science Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hillingdon, Newnham Infant and Nursery School is one of the options available in the London 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 | Newnham Infant and Nursery School, Eastcote, Ruislip, Hillingdon, HA4 9RW |
| Headteacher | Sharon Letch |
| Local Authority | Hillingdon |
| Number of Pupils | 296 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.4% |
| School Capacity | 296 / 270 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Sept 2015. 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
282
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
106 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Newnham Infant and Nursery School, Eastcote, Ruislip
Hillingdon, HA4 9RW
Newnham Infant and Nursery School, Eastcote, Ruislip
Hillingdon, HA4 9RW
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