Briar Hill Infant School
99%
Capacity
296
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Briar Hill Infant School
Briar Hill Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Warwick community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 296 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 298 places).
the school is led by headteacher Kirstie Willis, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
Briar Hill Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 201 applications for 89 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 76 were first-preference applications.
Briar Hill Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (65 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Briar Hill Infant School include Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Gardening, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warwick, Briar Hill 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 | Coppice Road, Leamington Spa, Warwick, CV31 2JF |
| Headteacher | Kirstie Willis |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 296 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 296 / 298 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
65 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
201
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
76 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Coppice Road, Leamington Spa
Warwick, CV31 2JF
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