Hilltop Infant School
84%
Capacity
210
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Hilltop Infant School
Hilltop Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basildon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 249 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Janine Travi, it falls under Essex local authority.
Hilltop Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 62 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
Hilltop Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (316 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 Hilltop Infant School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, Hilltop Infant 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hill Avenue, Wickford, Basildon, SS11 8LT |
| Headteacher | Janine Travi |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.8% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 249 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
316 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed62
127
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hill Avenue, Wickford
Basildon, SS11 8LT
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