Imperial Avenue Infant School
98%
Capacity
319
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Imperial Avenue Infant School
Imperial Avenue Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 319 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 324 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Imperial Avenue Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Smith, it falls under Leicester local authority.
Imperial Avenue Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 157 applications for 90 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 85 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Imperial Avenue Infant School include Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Tennis, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Imperial Avenue Infant School is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Imperial Avenue, Leicester, Leicester, LE3 1AH |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Smith |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 319 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.8% |
| School Capacity | 319 / 324 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Oct 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
157
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
85 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Imperial Avenue, Leicester
Leicester, LE3 1AH
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