Inglehurst Infant School
86%
Capacity
259
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Inglehurst Infant School
Inglehurst 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 259 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Inglehurst Infant School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Kerry Pochin, it falls under Leicester local authority.
Inglehurst Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 55 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Inglehurst Infant School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cross Country, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Inglehurst 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 | Ingle Street, Leicester, Leicester, LE3 9FS |
| Headteacher | Kerry Pochin |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 259 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.8% |
| School Capacity | 259 / 300 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
93
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ingle Street, Leicester
Leicester, LE3 9FS
Ingle Street, Leicester
Leicester, LE3 9FS
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