Yaxley Infant School
88%
Capacity
159
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Yaxley Infant School
Yaxley Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Huntingdonshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 159 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Yaxley Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Wales, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
Yaxley Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 29 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 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 Yaxley Infant School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Athletics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Huntingdonshire, Yaxley 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Main Street, Peterborough, Huntingdonshire, PE7 3LU |
| Headteacher | Laura Wales |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 159 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.1% |
| School Capacity | 159 / 180 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Dec 2022. 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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Main Street, Peterborough
Huntingdonshire, PE7 3LU
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