Phoenix Infant Academy
100%
Capacity
270
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Phoenix Infant Academy
Phoenix Infant Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Slough community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 270 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Phoenix Infant Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Jarrett, it falls under Slough local authority.
Phoenix Infant Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 132 applications for 84 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 76 were first-preference applications.
Phoenix Infant Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (73 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 Phoenix Infant Academy include Art Studios, Forest School, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Slough, Phoenix Infant Academy is one of the options available in the South East 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 | Warrington Avenue, Slough, Slough, SL1 3BQ |
| Headteacher | Amanda Jarrett |
| Local Authority | Slough |
| Number of Pupils | 270 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.0% |
| School Capacity | 270 / 270 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Feb 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
73 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed84
132
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
76 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Warrington Avenue, Slough
Slough, SL1 3BQ
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