Arden Forest Infant School
88%
Capacity
159
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Arden Forest Infant School
Arden Forest Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nuneaton and Bedworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 159 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Arden Forest Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rose Gunn, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
Arden Forest Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 54 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Arden Forest Infant School include Music Rooms, Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nuneaton and Bedworth, Arden Forest Infant School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Weston Lane, Bedworth, Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV12 9RT |
| Headteacher | Rose Gunn |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 159 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.2% |
| School Capacity | 159 / 180 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
93
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Weston Lane, Bedworth
Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV12 9RT
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