Queensway Infant Academy and Nursery

URN: 145307 • Thetford IP24 3DR

Overview

Name
Queensway Infant Academy and Nursery
URN
145307
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
45.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Karen Fancourt (since 2025)
Telephone
Website
Address
Queensway, Thetford IP24 3DR

Summary

Queensway Infant Academy and Nursery, located in Thetford, Norfolk, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 170 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 180. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment where respect, resilience, and hard work are integral to the learning experience. The Principal emphasizes the importance of character development alongside academic achievement, preparing students for life beyond the classroom.

The curriculum at Queensway is designed to provide a vibrant and enriched learning experience, encouraging pupils to explore, ask questions, and solve problems. The school aims to set strong foundations for future learning, with a focus on achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and maths. Recent data indicates that 70% of pupils achieved the expected standard in these subjects.

Queensway Academy is part of the Inspiration Trust, which enhances community involvement and support. The school hosts various events and workshops to engage students and families, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration within the local community.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
3 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
180
Pupils
170
Boys
97
Girls
73
FSM %
48.60
Open date
2017-12-01
Close date
2023-04-30
Last Ofsted
2022-04-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 170 97 73 180 48.60
2024-09-11 170 97 73 180 48.60
2023-09-11 176 97 79 180 51.00
2022-09-11 176 97 79 180 51.00
2021-09-11 174 90 84 180 46.70
2020-09-11 187 104 83 177 38.50

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