Hatherley Infant School
97%
Capacity
175
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Hatherley Infant School
Hatherley Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gloucester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 175 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hatherley Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Freya Briggs, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
Hatherley Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 31 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Hatherley Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (16 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hatherley Infant School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Swimming, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gloucester, Hatherley Infant 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Hatherley Road, Gloucester, Gloucester, GL1 4PW |
| Headteacher | Freya Briggs |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.4% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 180 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
16 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 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
Hatherley Road, Gloucester
Gloucester, GL1 4PW
Hatherley Road, Gloucester
Gloucester, GL1 4PW
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