Glebe Infants' School
77%
Capacity
138
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Glebe Infants' School
Glebe Infants' School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Forest of Dean community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 138 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Glebe Infants' School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Kelly, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
Glebe Infants' School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 31 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Glebe Infants' School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 60% recommending the school (35 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 Glebe Infants' School include Art Studios, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Athletics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Forest of Dean, Glebe Infants' School is one of the options available in the South West 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 | None |
| Address | Glebe Way, Newent, Forest of Dean, GL18 1BL |
| Headteacher | Michelle Kelly |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 138 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.5% |
| School Capacity | 138 / 180 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 May 2025): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
35 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
41
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Glebe Way, Newent
Forest of Dean, GL18 1BL
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