East Ruston Infant School & Nursery

URN: 147322 • Norwich NR12 9JD

Overview

Name
East Ruston Infant School & Nursery
URN
147322
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BROAD HORIZONS EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Glenn Russell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01692650225
Website
Visit
Address
School Road, Norwich NR12 9JD

Summary

East Ruston Infant School & Nursery, located in rural Norfolk, is an academy converter catering to children aged 2 to 7 years. With a current enrolment of 32 pupils and a capacity of 50, the school prides itself on providing a family-oriented environment that fosters an active and stimulating educational experience. The dedicated staff, led by Trust Executive Principal Mr. Glenn Russell, focus on delivering high-quality education and care, ensuring that each child receives a strong foundation for their educational journey.

The school’s ethos emphasizes the importance of happiness and security in learning, promoting curiosity and creativity through outdoor activities in its unique woodland and meadow setting. This approach aims to instill a lifelong love of learning in students. The school is part of the Broad Horizons Education Trust, which advocates for collaboration among pupils, staff, and families to achieve excellence and support each child's development.

East Ruston Infant School & Nursery is committed to creating an inclusive and inspiring environment where children can grow in confidence and prepare for their future. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and witness the excitement of learning firsthand.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
2 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BROAD HORIZONS EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
50
Pupils
32
Boys
11
Girls
21
FSM %
28.60
Open date
2019-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 32 11 21 50 28.60
2024-09-11 39 18 21 50 26.10
2023-09-11 30 19 11 50 3.40
2022-09-11 30 19 11 50 3.40
2021-09-11 18 11 7 50 5.60
2020-09-11 38 29 9 50

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