Nelson Infant School

URN: 120946 • Norwich NR2 4EH

Overview

Name
Nelson Infant School
URN
120946
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
50.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Victoria McConnell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Northumberland Street, Norwich NR2 4EH

Summary

Nelson Infant School, located in Norwich, Norfolk, is a community primary school that caters to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 7. With a current enrolment of 171 students and a capacity of 190, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity. The school operates under the Evolution Academy Trust and has been rated as a "Good" school by Ofsted.

The school's ethos prioritises the development of key values such as kindness, honesty, and curiosity, aiming to empower children to understand their impact on the world. The dedicated staff work closely with pupils to create a curriculum that is both knowledge-based and responsive to their interests, ensuring that children not only learn effectively but also retain knowledge over time.

Nelson Infant School places a strong emphasis on the Early Years and Key Stage 1 education, providing a supportive atmosphere where children can explore and ask questions about themselves and their surroundings. Additionally, plans are underway to open Nelson Nursery in Spring 2026, further enhancing the educational offerings for the community.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
4 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
190
Pupils
171
Boys
91
Girls
80
FSM %
29.20
Open date
Close date
2018-08-31
Last Ofsted
2017-01-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 171 91 80 190 29.20
2024-09-11 171 91 80 190 29.20
2023-09-11 171 91 80 190 29.20
2022-09-11 171 91 80 190 29.20
2021-09-11 171 91 80 190 29.20
2020-09-11 171 91 80 190 29.20

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