South Walney Infant and Nursery School
About South Walney Infant and Nursery School
South Walney Infant and Nursery School was rated Good in its most recent Ofsted inspection, a grade it has held consistently across both its graded and ungraded inspections. The school’s most recent graded inspection, in 2018, gave it a Good overall, and a subsequent ungraded visit in 2024 confirmed that it remains Good. The inspection report specifically rated leadership and management, early years provision, and overall effectiveness all as Good. With 165 pupils on roll against a capacity of 240, the school is operating below its maximum, which may reflect local demographic patterns rather than demand. The school is oversubscribed for the 2025/26 intake, however, with 45 applications for 34 places and all 34 first-preference applicants offered a spot, giving an oversubscription ratio of 1. 32. This suggests that for families who live close enough to qualify, it is a popular local choice.
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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Feb 2024Latest monitoring visit (29 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 14 Sept 2018. 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.
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