Wicklewood Primary School and Nursery

URN: 121205 • Wymondham NR18 9QJ

Overview

Name
Wicklewood Primary School and Nursery
URN
121205
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
68.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Laurence Hughes (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01953602333
Website
Visit
Address
Hackford Road, Wymondham NR18 9QJ

Summary

Wicklewood Primary School and Nursery, located in Wymondham, Norfolk, is a foundation school that serves a diverse community of 176 pupils. With a capacity for 218, the school embraces a mixed-gender environment and prioritises inclusivity, as reflected in its 11.90% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school has a long-standing tradition of education, dating back to the early 20th century, while also adopting innovative approaches to learning.

The school’s vision focuses on empowering students and staff to become advocates for a sustainable world. Wicklewood promotes a curriculum that values diversity and encourages creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. Key priorities include supporting disadvantaged pupils, ensuring high attainment in reading, writing, and maths, and fostering a culture of mental health and well-being.

Wicklewood also values community partnerships, collaborating with local schools and childcare providers to enhance learning opportunities. The school encourages parental involvement and aims to create a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
218
Pupils
176
Boys
90
Girls
86
FSM %
11.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2015-03-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 176 90 86 218 11.90
2024-09-11 201 107 94 218 11.90
2023-09-11 246 122 124 218 5.50
2022-09-11 246 122 124 218 5.50
2021-09-11 216 106 110 218 3.70
2020-09-11 208 108 100 234 4.30

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