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Bottesford Infant School Catchment Area

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

Bottesford Infant School is a community primary school in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 5–7, with 208 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–7

Age range

208

Pupils

210

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2015

Bottesford Infant School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 North Lincolnshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find North Lincolnshire catchment area documents →

Bottesford Infant School — School Information

Full address
Manor Road, Bottesford, Scunthorpe, DN16 3PB
Local authority
North Lincolnshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–7 years
Free school meals
9.1% of pupils
DfE URN
117780

Other Primary Schools in Scunthorpe

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Bottesford Infant School

Is Bottesford Infant School oversubscribed?

Bottesford Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Bottesford Infant School?

Admission to Bottesford Infant School is managed by North Lincolnshire. 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 Bottesford Infant School cover?

Bottesford Infant School is a primary school in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, serving pupils aged 5–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Bottesford Infant School?

Bottesford Infant School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.