West Earlham Infant and Nursery School
89%
Capacity
257
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About West Earlham Infant and Nursery School
West Earlham Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Norwich community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 257 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 288 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Jade Hunter, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
West Earlham Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 50 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
West Earlham Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (45 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West Earlham Infant and Nursery School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Norwich, West Earlham Infant and Nursery 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Scarnell Road, Norwich, Norwich, NR5 8HT |
| Headteacher | Jade Hunter |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 257 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.6% |
| School Capacity | 257 / 288 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
45 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Scarnell Road, Norwich
Norwich, NR5 8HT
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