Westfield Infant School
92%
Capacity
270
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Westfield Infant School
Westfield Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hinckley and Bosworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 270 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 295 places).
Ofsted has rated Westfield Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Ruane, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
Westfield Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 203 applications for 62 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 were first-preference applications.
Westfield Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (31 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westfield Infant School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hinckley and Bosworth, Westfield 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ashford Road, Hinckley, Hinckley and Bosworth, LE10 0JL |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Ruane |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 270 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.5% |
| School Capacity | 270 / 295 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
31 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed62
203
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ashford Road, Hinckley
Hinckley and Bosworth, LE10 0JL
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