Baddow Hall Infant School
91%
Capacity
164
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Baddow Hall Infant School
Baddow Hall Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chelmsford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 164 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Baddow Hall Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lesley Schlanker, it falls under Essex local authority.
Baddow Hall Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 110 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
Baddow Hall Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (57 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Baddow Hall Infant School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Book Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chelmsford, Baddow Hall Infant School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | New Road, Chelmsford, Chelmsford, CM2 7QZ |
| Headteacher | Lesley Schlanker |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 164 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.6% |
| School Capacity | 164 / 180 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
57 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
110
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
New Road, Chelmsford
Chelmsford, CM2 7QZ
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