Grove House Nursery and Infant Community School

URN: 120804 • Dereham NR19 1BJ

Overview

Name
Grove House Nursery and Infant Community School
URN
120804
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Charman (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Gilpins Ride, Dereham NR19 1BJ

Summary

Grove House Nursery and Infant Community School, located in Dereham, Norfolk, is a mixed community primary school that serves 112 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 78. As part of the Unity Education Trust, the school is federated with King’s Park Infant School, sharing a governing body and Executive Headteacher. This collaboration allows for a cohesive educational experience, with staff and students participating in joint activities and events.

The school is committed to raising aspirations and fulfilling the potential of every child. It provides a nurturing environment that supports both academic and personal development. The curriculum is designed to engage young learners and foster a love of learning, while the school's vision and values emphasize community involvement and inclusivity.

With a significant percentage of pupils (33.7%) eligible for free school meals, Grove House is dedicated to providing support to all families. The school encourages parental involvement and keeps the community informed through regular newsletters and updates, ensuring that parents are engaged in their children's education.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
3 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
78
Pupils
112
Boys
50
Girls
60
FSM %
33.70
Open date
Close date
2017-02-28
Last Ofsted
2013-12-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 112 50 60 78 33.70
2024-09-11 112 50 60 78 33.70
2023-09-11 112 50 60 78 33.70
2022-09-11 112 50 60 78 33.70
2021-09-11 112 50 60 78 33.70
2020-09-11 112 50 60 78 33.70

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