Spixworth Infant School
90%
Capacity
121
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Spixworth Infant School
Spixworth Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 121 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 135 places).
Ofsted has rated Spixworth Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Heidi Jordan, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
Spixworth Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 35 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Spixworth Infant School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Athletics, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Spixworth Infant 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ivy Road, Norwich, Broadland, NR10 3PX |
| Headteacher | Heidi Jordan |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 121 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.6% |
| School Capacity | 121 / 135 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Feb 2014. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
51
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ivy Road, Norwich
Broadland, NR10 3PX
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