Woodthorpe Infant School
98%
Capacity
177
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Woodthorpe Infant School
Woodthorpe Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 177 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Woodthorpe Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Bowler, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Woodthorpe Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 214 applications for 60 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
Woodthorpe Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (85 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodthorpe Infant School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Rounders, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Art Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gedling, Woodthorpe 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 | Arno Vale Road, Nottingham, Gedling, NG5 4JG |
| Headteacher | Emma Bowler |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 177 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.4% |
| School Capacity | 177 / 180 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
85 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
214
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
65 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
Arno Vale Road, Nottingham
Gedling, NG5 4JG
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