Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School
89%
Capacity
308
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School
Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Castle Point community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 308 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 348 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Fynn, it falls under Essex local authority.
Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 124 applications for 84 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School include Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Science Club and 1 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 Castle Point, Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | None |
| Address | Bilton Road, Benfleet, Castle Point, SS7 2HQ |
| Headteacher | Lucy Fynn |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 308 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.1% |
| School Capacity | 308 / 348 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
41 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed84
124
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
70 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bilton Road, Benfleet
Castle Point, SS7 2HQ
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