Hindhayes Infant School
78%
Capacity
163
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Hindhayes Infant School
Hindhayes Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 163 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Hindhayes Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Nester, it falls under Somerset local authority.
Hindhayes Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 59 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
Hindhayes Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 1 area, including Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hindhayes Infant School include Sports Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Athletics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Hindhayes 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Leigh Road, Street, Somerset, BA16 0HB |
| Headteacher | Kate Nester |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 163 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.2% |
| School Capacity | 163 / 210 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
19 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
2025/26Oversubscribed59
87
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Leigh Road, Street
Somerset, BA16 0HB
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