Pinewood Infant and Nursery School
107%
Capacity
193
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Pinewood Infant and Nursery School
Pinewood Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 193 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Rachel Otter, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Pinewood Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 41 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pinewood Infant and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Rounders, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gedling, Pinewood Infant and Nursery School is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | Pinewood Avenue, Nottingham, Gedling, NG5 8BU |
| Headteacher | Rachel Otter |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 193 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.1% |
| School Capacity | 193 / 180 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2023. 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
2025/26Oversubscribed41
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pinewood Avenue, Nottingham
Gedling, NG5 8BU
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