John of Gaunt Infant and Nursery School
| Type | Primary / Foundation school |
| Age Range | 2-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Hungate Street Aylsham Norwich Norfolk NR11 6JZ |
| Reference Number | 120988 |
John of Gaunt Infant and Nursery School has shown significant improvement since its last inspection, now achieving a good rating in all areas evaluated. The school provides a supportive and engaging environment where pupils feel happy and safe. Strong relationships between staff and pupils help foster an atmosphere conducive to learning, showcasing the school's commitment to its core values. The school's focus on communication and language development, particularly in early years, has led to effective early reading practices that help pupils keep pace with their peers. Additionally, the school’s leaders collaborate well across the federation, contributing to a well-structured and ambitious curriculum that supports the comprehensive development of all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 202 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.5%
Girls: 49.5% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 7.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 3.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.2 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 | 31 | 54 |
| 2 | 19 | 20 | 39 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 96% |
| White, Other | 1.5% |
| White & Asian | 1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 13 Dec 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 13 Dec 2023 | School inspection: |
| 03 Mar 2020 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Feb 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Nov 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Nov 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Supportive and engaging environment for pupils.
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils.
- Effective communication and language development practices.
- Ambitious curriculum supported across the federation.
- Good personal development opportunities for pupils.
- Well-structured early years provision.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in the quality of pupils' written work.
- Not all staff maintain high expectations for writing skills.
- Basic errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling are sometimes overlooked.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 11 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 8 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Bure Valley School
Hungate Street, Aylsham, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 6JZ |
0.08 miles |
|
St Michael's Church of England VA Primary and Nursery School
School House Lane, Blickling Road, Aylsham, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 6EX |
0.54 miles |
|
Colby Primary School
Bridge Road, Colby, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 7EA |
3.04 miles |
|
Hevingham Primary School
New Road, Westgate, Hevingham, Norwich, Norfolk, NR10 5NH |
3.09 miles |
|
Erpingham Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School
School Road, Erpingham, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 7QY |
3.2 miles |
|
Buxton Primary School
Aylsham Road, Buxton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR10 5EZ |
3.28 miles |
|
Cawston Church of England Primary Academy
Aylsham Road, Cawston, Norwich, Norfolk, NR10 4AY |
3.75 miles |
|
Swanton Abbott Community Primary School
Youngman's Lane, Swanton Abbott, Norwich, Norfolk, NR10 5DZ |
4.36 miles |
|
Hainford VC Primary School
Newton Road, Hainford, Norwich, Norfolk, NR10 3BQ |
4.86 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Aylsham High School
Sir Williams Lane, Aylsham, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 6AN |
0.61 miles |