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
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.
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.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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