Springfield Infant School and Nursery
110%
Capacity
296
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Springfield Infant School and Nursery
Springfield Infant School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ipswich 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 Springfield Infant School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gail Phillips, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
Springfield Infant School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 72 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Springfield Infant School and Nursery include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ipswich, Springfield Infant School and Nursery 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 | 11 Wesley Way, Ipswich, Ipswich, IP1 4PP |
| Headteacher | Gail Phillips |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 296 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.8% |
| School Capacity | 296 / 270 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Sept 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jul 2013. 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed72
112
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
11 Wesley Way, Ipswich
Ipswich, IP1 4PP
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