Bottesford Infant School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Bottesford Infant School
Bottesford Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Rachel Busby, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
Bottesford Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 169 applications for 70 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 78 were first-preference applications.
Bottesford Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (61 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bottesford Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Athletics, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, Bottesford Infant School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Manor Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN16 3PB |
| Headteacher | Rachel Busby |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.1% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
61 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed70
169
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
78 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Manor Road, Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire, DN16 3PB
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