Galley Common Infant School
91%
Capacity
158
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Galley Common Infant School
Galley Common Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nuneaton and Bedworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 158 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 174 places).
Ofsted has rated Galley Common Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Dodds, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
Galley Common Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 41 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Galley Common Infant School include Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Book Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nuneaton and Bedworth, Galley Common 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 | Plough Hill Road, Nuneaton, Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV10 9NZ |
| Headteacher | Michelle Dodds |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 158 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.1% |
| School Capacity | 158 / 174 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Feb 2024. 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
123
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Plough Hill Road, Nuneaton
Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV10 9NZ
Plough Hill Road, Nuneaton
Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV10 9NZ
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