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Barwell Infant School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Barwell Infant School is a community primary school in Leicester, Leicestershire , serving pupils aged 4–7, with 174 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–7

Age range

174

Pupils

180

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Barwell Infant School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Barwell Infant School is set by Leicestershire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 97% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Leicestershire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Barwell Infant School — School Information

Full address
Townend Road, Barwell, Leicester, LE9 8HG
Local authority
Leicestershire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–7 years
Free school meals
19% of pupils
DfE URN
119930

Other Primary Schools in Leicester

If Barwell Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Leicester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Barwell Infant School

Is Barwell Infant School oversubscribed?

Barwell Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 180 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Barwell Infant School?

Admission to Barwell Infant School is managed by Leicestershire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Barwell Infant School cover?

Barwell Infant School is a primary school in Leicester, Leicestershire, serving pupils aged 4–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Barwell Infant School?

Barwell Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.