Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
URN: 143956 • Thetford IP25 6AU
Overview
- Name
- Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
- URN
- 143956
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CLARION CORVUS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Mather (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01953882669
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- West Road, Thetford IP25 6AU
Summary
Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School, part of the Clarion Corvus Trust, serves children aged 2 to 7 in Thetford, Norfolk. The school is committed to creating a safe, meaningful, and inclusive learning environment, where children can achieve their full potential through an ambitious curriculum. The ethos focuses on nurturing confident, lifelong learners, encouraging curiosity and creativity in a supportive atmosphere.
The school boasts extensive resources, including large open spaces, an adventure playground, and a dedicated outdoor learning area for the Early Years Foundation Stage. Learning is often conducted outdoors, promoting engagement and exploration. The staff work collaboratively to meet individual needs, providing additional support through intervention programmes and tailored assistance for gifted and talented pupils.
Watton Westfield prioritises strong community ties, welcoming families from the local areas of Watton, Carbrooke, and Saham Toney, as well as those from further afield. The school encourages parental involvement and operates an open-door policy, fostering a collaborative approach to education and ensuring that each child receives the attention and support they need to thrive.
The school boasts extensive resources, including large open spaces, an adventure playground, and a dedicated outdoor learning area for the Early Years Foundation Stage. Learning is often conducted outdoors, promoting engagement and exploration. The staff work collaboratively to meet individual needs, providing additional support through intervention programmes and tailored assistance for gifted and talented pupils.
Watton Westfield prioritises strong community ties, welcoming families from the local areas of Watton, Carbrooke, and Saham Toney, as well as those from further afield. The school encourages parental involvement and operates an open-door policy, fostering a collaborative approach to education and ensuring that each child receives the attention and support they need to thrive.
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Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 2 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CLARION CORVUS TRUST
- Capacity
- 324
- Pupils
- 273
- Boys
- 145
- Girls
- 128
- FSM %
- 21.80
- Open date
- 2017-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-02-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 273 | 145 | 128 | 324 | 21.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 294 | 158 | 136 | 352 | 23.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 286 | 156 | 130 | 352 | 22.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 286 | 156 | 130 | 352 | 22.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 275 | 150 | 125 | 352 | 19.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 265 | 147 | 118 | 352 | 14.70 |
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