Overdale Infant School

About Overdale Infant School

We are a lively, happy, successful school with extremely enthusiastic children, parents, staff and governors. Our exciting learning environment enriches a stimulating and challenging curriculum, which is enjoyed by a rich diversity of learners.

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Key Facts

Students 300

Head/Principal Mrs Hayley Holmes

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 89 responses • 27.7% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

94.4% positive 4.5% negative

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

89.9% positive 7.9% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

79.8% positive 11.3% negative

My child does well at this school

91% positive 7.9% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 89 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

14.6

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Reviews 3

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Helen B

Parent Sep 1, 2022

4.0

"Some improvements needed"

I've had mixed feelings about Overdale Infant School. My child is in Year 2 and the school's values are lovely, but I've sometimes found the communication from teachers to be a bit patchy. The facilities are great, but I wish there were more after-school activities.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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Emily W

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"Love the caring and supportive environment"

I've been really impressed with Overdale Infant School. My child has been at the school for a year now and the teachers are so caring and supportive. They make sure my child is happy and settled which is brilliant. I love the wraparound provision and the Steplab Coaching hub is amazing!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah J

Parent Mar 15, 2021

5.0

"Our positive experience"

Our child attended Overdale Infant School from Reception to Year 2 and we had a positive experience. The school's focus on individual needs was great and the community feel was fantastic. We particularly appreciated the Pre-school and the High-quality wraparound provision.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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