Barwell Infant School
97%
Capacity
174
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Barwell Infant School
Barwell Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hinckley and Bosworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 174 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Barwell Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher TERENA MORETON, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
Barwell Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 38 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barwell Infant School include Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Drama, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hinckley and Bosworth, Barwell Infant School is one of the options available in the East 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 | Townend Road, Leicester, Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 8HG |
| Headteacher | TERENA MORETON |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 174 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.0% |
| School Capacity | 174 / 180 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Townend Road, Leicester
Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 8HG
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