Westwood Infant and Nursery School
90%
Capacity
63
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Westwood Infant and Nursery School
Westwood Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashfield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 63 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 70 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Westwood Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lizzy Woodcock, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Westwood Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 11 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 1 area, including Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westwood Infant and Nursery School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashfield, Westwood Infant and Nursery School 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Palmerston Street, Jacksdale, Nottingham, Ashfield, NG16 5JA |
| Headteacher | Lizzy Woodcock |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 63 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.2% |
| School Capacity | 63 / 70 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jun 2023. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
22
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Palmerston Street, Jacksdale, Nottingham
Ashfield, NG16 5JA
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