Quilters Infant School
103%
Capacity
180
Pupils
5.4x
Demand
About Quilters Infant School
Quilters Infant School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Basildon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 180 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 174 places).
the school is led by headteacher Michael Wade, it falls under Essex local authority.
Quilters Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 322 applications for 60 places, making it 5.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 91 were first-preference applications.
Quilters Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (94 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Quilters Infant School include Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders, Dance, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, Quilters Infant School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | None |
| Address | Laindon Road, Billericay, Basildon, CM12 9LD |
| Headteacher | Michael Wade |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 180 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.3% |
| School Capacity | 180 / 174 (103% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (19 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Dec 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
94 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
322
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
91 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Laindon Road, Billericay
Basildon, CM12 9LD
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