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Bowlish Infant School Catchment Area

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

Bowlish Infant School is a community primary school in Shepton Mallet, Somerset , serving pupils aged 4–7, with 113 pupils, and a capacity of 117 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–7

Age range

113

Pupils

117

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Bowlish Infant School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Bowlish Infant School is set by Somerset 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 Somerset 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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Bowlish Infant School — School Information

Full address
Bowlish, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5JQ
Local authority
Somerset
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–7 years
Free school meals
13.3% of pupils
DfE URN
123672

Other Primary Schools in Shepton Mallet

If Bowlish Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Shepton Mallet are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bowlish Infant School

Is Bowlish Infant School oversubscribed?

Bowlish Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 117 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Bowlish Infant School?

Admission to Bowlish Infant School is managed by Somerset. 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 Bowlish Infant School cover?

Bowlish Infant School is a primary school in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, 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 Bowlish Infant School?

Bowlish Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.