Hallcroft Infant and Nursery School

URN: 122556 • Retford DN22 7QH

Overview

Name
Hallcroft Infant and Nursery School
URN
122556
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jo Cook (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01777702728
Website
Visit
Address
Whitaker Close, Retford DN22 7QH

Summary

Hallcroft Infant and Nursery School is a mixed community primary school located in Retford, Nottinghamshire, with a current enrolment of 90 pupils and a capacity of 135. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering personal, social, and emotional development, particularly in its Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. Through engaging topics such as "All About Me" and "Animals," children are encouraged to connect their learning to their own experiences, promoting confidence and language skills.

The curriculum at Hallcroft is designed to support children's holistic development, integrating British Values into daily learning. The school prioritises language acquisition through initiatives like "Word Aware" and dedicated Speaking and Listening groups, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to thrive academically and socially.

Admissions for the nursery are open to children from the term they turn three, with parents encouraged to apply via the school’s website. Hallcroft Infant and Nursery School aims to create a supportive and nurturing environment that prepares children for their future educational journey.

Key details

LA
Nottinghamshire
Age range
3 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
135
Pupils
90
Boys
44
Girls
46
FSM %
25.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-07-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Nottinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 90 44 46 135 25.60
2024-09-11 92 39 53 135 33.30
2023-09-11 107 52 55 135 42.20
2022-09-11 107 52 55 135 42.20
2021-09-11 114 57 57 135 33.70
2020-09-11 136 68 68 135 22.80

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