Stalham Infant School and Nursery
99%
Capacity
89
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Stalham Infant School and Nursery
Stalham Infant School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 89 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 90 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stalham Infant School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Glenn Russell, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
Stalham Infant School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 24 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stalham Infant School and Nursery include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Art Studios, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Tennis, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Norfolk, Stalham 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Old Yarmouth Rd, Stalham, Norwich, North Norfolk, NR12 9PS |
| Headteacher | Glenn Russell |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 89 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.2% |
| School Capacity | 89 / 90 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 Apr 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed24
33
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Old Yarmouth Rd, Stalham, Norwich
North Norfolk, NR12 9PS
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