Oatlands Infant School
98%
Capacity
264
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Oatlands Infant School
Oatlands Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 264 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Oatlands Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christopher Harrison, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
Oatlands Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 231 applications for 88 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 86 were first-preference applications.
Oatlands Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (125 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oatlands Infant School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Tennis, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Art Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Oatlands Infant School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Hookstone Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 8BT |
| Headteacher | Christopher Harrison |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 264 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.5% |
| School Capacity | 264 / 270 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
125 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed88
231
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
86 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hookstone Road, Harrogate
North Yorkshire, HG2 8BT
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