Widcombe Infant School
99%
Capacity
178
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Widcombe Infant School
Widcombe Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bath and North East Somerset community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 178 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Widcombe Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Watts, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
Widcombe Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 169 applications for 60 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Widcombe Infant School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Netball, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, Widcombe Infant School is one of the options available in the South West 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 | Archway Street, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 4JG |
| Headteacher | Alison Watts |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 178 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.2% |
| School Capacity | 178 / 180 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
169
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
70 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Archway Street, Bath
Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 4JG
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