Catherine Infant School
93%
Capacity
391
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Catherine Infant School
Catherine Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 391 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Mitesh Madhaw, it falls under Leicester local authority.
Catherine Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 91 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 83 were first-preference applications.
Catherine Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Catherine Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Tennis, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Catherine 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ulverscroft Road, Catherine Infant School, Leicester, Leicester, LE4 6BY |
| Headteacher | Mitesh Madhaw |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 391 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.0% |
| School Capacity | 391 / 420 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (26 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
12 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed91
121
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
83 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ulverscroft Road, Catherine Infant School, Leicester
Leicester, LE4 6BY
Ulverscroft Road, Catherine Infant School, Leicester
Leicester, LE4 6BY
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