Fakenham Infant and Nursery School

URN: 146684 • Fakenham NR21 8HN

Overview

Name
Fakenham Infant and Nursery School
URN
146684
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
SYNERGY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Adam Mason (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
Telephone
01328864511
Website
Visit
Address
Norwich Road, Fakenham NR21 8HN

Summary

Fakenham Infant and Nursery School, part of the Synergy Multi-Academy Trust, serves the families of Fakenham and surrounding villages. Catering to children aged 2 to 7, the school includes a Nursery unit for children aged 2 to 4 and offers education from Reception to Year 2. The school prides itself on creating a friendly and welcoming environment, fostering strong relationships with parents and the local community.

The curriculum at Fakenham Infant and Nursery School emphasises individualised learning, with class teachers carefully planning to meet each child's needs. The school places a strong focus on outdoor learning, integrating Nursery and Reception classes to enhance the Early Years Foundation Stage experience. This collaborative approach allows for shared resources and a cohesive learning environment.

With a current enrolment of 215 pupils against a capacity of 322, the school maintains a supportive atmosphere, with 17.9% of students eligible for free school meals. Fakenham Infant and Nursery School aims to help each child reach their full potential while promoting values of honesty and respect within a caring community.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
3 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
SYNERGY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
322
Pupils
215
Boys
111
Girls
104
FSM %
17.90
Open date
2019-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 215 111 104 322 17.90
2024-09-11 234 122 112 322 17.40
2023-09-11 256 132 124 322 16.00
2022-09-11 256 132 124 322 16.00
2021-09-11 270 134 136 322 15.90
2020-09-11 280 135 145 322 13.90

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