Overdale Infant School
87%
Capacity
321
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Overdale Infant School
Overdale 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 321 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 370 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Overdale Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley Holmes, it falls under Leicester local authority.
Overdale Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 142 applications for 89 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 88 were first-preference applications.
Overdale Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (89 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Overdale Infant School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Rounders, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Overdale 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 | Eastcourt Road, Leicester, Leicester, LE2 3YA |
| Headteacher | Hayley Holmes |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 321 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.4% |
| School Capacity | 321 / 370 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
89 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
142
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
88 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Eastcourt Road, Leicester
Leicester, LE2 3YA
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