Business Details
Your Trusted Primary School in Thetford
Queensway Infant Academy & Nursery is a values-driven educational institution dedicated to nurturing young minds through a curriculum that emphasizes respect, resilience, and hard work. Our mission is to prepare students for life beyond the classroom by fostering character development alongside academic excellence. We believe in creating a safe, inclusive environment where every child can thrive, supported by a partnership between school, family, and the wider community. Our staff are committed to delivering a knowledge-rich curriculum that challenges students to think critically and solve complex problems. With a focus on powerful knowledge and intellectual resilience, we aim to equip pupils with the tools to understand and influence society.As part of the Inspiration Trust family, we uphold rigorous educational standards while ensuring our curriculum remains accessible and inclusive for all learners. Our approach combines structured literacy programmes like Read Write Inc. with cross-curricular thematic learning, ensuring a balanced and engaging educational experience. We actively encourage parental involvement and community collaboration, believing these partnerships strengthen our students' learning journey. From early years foundations to junior-level academic challenges, Queensway Infant Academy & Nursery provides a continuum of education that builds futures through shared values and collective achievement.
Services
Infant Education
Junior Education
Curriculum Development
Special Educational Needs
After-School Clubs
Highlights and features
- We deliver a knowledge-rich curriculum aligned with Inspiration Trust standards
- Our staff implement structured literacy programmes like Read Write Inc.
- We foster intellectual resilience through cross-curricular thematic learning
- We maintain strong school-family-community partnerships for holistic development
- We provide inclusive education with tailored support for special needs
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Values-driven education
Dedicated teaching staff
Excellent SEN support
Strong community links
Curriculum excellence
Services
Infant Education
Our infant curriculum builds foundational skills through structured phonics programmes and mathematical concepts. Daily Power Maths sessions develop number skills while Read Write Inc. ensures reading fluency. Cross-curricular thematic learning integrates subjects for holistic development. Teachers balance child-initiated and teacher-led activities to foster curiosity and academic readiness in a nurturing environment.
Junior Education
The junior curriculum expands subject knowledge in science, history, geography, and arts while maintaining core literacy and numeracy focus. Lessons emphasize critical thinking and problem-solving through evidence-based teaching methods. Cultural and sporting opportunities broaden horizons, with inclusive practices ensuring accessibility for all learners. Regular assessments track progress against national standards.
Curriculum Development
We implement a knowledge-rich curriculum aligned with Inspiration Trust principles, combining powerful knowledge with critical analysis. Thematic approaches connect subjects while maintaining disciplinary rigour. Teachers adapt materials to remove learning barriers, particularly for special educational needs. Regular policy reviews ensure curriculum relevance and compliance with educational standards.
Special Educational Needs
Our SENCO coordinates tailored support plans for children with learning difficulties or disabilities. Individualized teaching strategies and specialist resources ensure curriculum accessibility. Close parent collaboration and multi-agency partnerships address diverse needs. Regular progress reviews measure effectiveness of interventions while maintaining high academic expectations for all pupils.
After-School Clubs
We offer enrichment activities extending learning beyond classroom hours, including sports, arts, and academic clubs. These programmes develop teamwork, creativity, and subject-specific skills in informal settings. Community partners and specialist staff deliver sessions that complement our values-driven education philosophy while providing supervised childcare options.
People
Abi Wright
Principal
Abi Wright leads Queensway Infant Academy & Nursery with a focus on values-driven education. She champions respect, resilience, and hard work as foundations for academic and personal growth. With extensive educational leadership experience, she fosters community partnerships and oversees curriculum implementation across infant and junior phases.
Abi Jones
Principal
Abi Jones serves as Principal for Queensway Junior School. She specializes in developing knowledge-rich curricula that challenge pupils while ensuring accessibility. Her leadership emphasizes intellectual resilience and cross-disciplinary learning, preparing students for future educational transitions.
Katie Arbon
Special Education Needs Coordinator
Katie Arbon coordinates SEN provision at Queensway Infant Academy & Nursery. She designs individualized learning plans and implements inclusive teaching strategies. With expertise in special educational needs, she works closely with parents and external agencies to support pupils with diverse learning requirements.
Kim Barker
Safeguarding Lead
Kim Barker oversees child protection and safeguarding procedures at Queensway Infant Academy & Nursery. She ensures compliance with statutory requirements while maintaining a safe learning environment. Her role includes staff training, policy development, and coordinating multi-agency safeguarding initiatives.
Questions
What are the school's core values?
Our core values are respect, resilience, and hard work, which underpin all aspects of school life and learning.
How does the school support special educational needs?
We provide tailored SEN support through individualized plans, specialist resources, and multi-agency collaboration coordinated by our SENCO.
What curriculum do you follow?
We follow a knowledge-rich curriculum aligned with Inspiration Trust standards, combining subject disciplines with cross-curricular themes.
How can parents get involved?
Parents can participate through Friends of Queensway, consultation events, and regular communication with teaching staff.
What are the school hours?
The school day runs from 8:30am to 3:30pm, with break times at 10:00-10:20am (infant) and 10:40-11:00am (junior).
