Westdale Infant and Nursery
96%
Capacity
210
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Westdale Infant and Nursery
Westdale Infant and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 219 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Westdale Infant and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Lewis, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Westdale Infant and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 175 applications for 53 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westdale Infant and Nursery include Forest School, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Netball, Dance, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gedling, Westdale Infant and Nursery is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | Digby Avenue, Westdale Lane, Nottingham, Gedling, NG3 6ET |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Lewis |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.4% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 219 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
175
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Digby Avenue, Westdale Lane, Nottingham
Gedling, NG3 6ET
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