Prestwood Infant School
88%
Capacity
158
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Prestwood Infant School
Prestwood Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 158 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Prestwood Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mike Smith, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
Prestwood Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 38 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Prestwood Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (68 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Prestwood Infant School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Prestwood Infant School 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Moat Lane, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, HP16 9DF |
| Headteacher | Mike Smith |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 158 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.8% |
| School Capacity | 158 / 180 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
68 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Moat Lane, Great Missenden
Buckinghamshire, HP16 9DF
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