West Leigh Infant School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 5-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Westfield Drive Backwell Bristol Somerset BS48 3NG |
| Reference Number | 145261 |
West Leigh Infant School exhibits a strong overall performance, achieving a good rating across all inspected areas including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision. This marks the school's first routine inspection since converting to an academy, having previously been exempt from inspection for a period, allowing it to develop its educational practices in a stable environment. The school's welcoming atmosphere and positive culture encourage pupils to embrace their values, which contribute positively to their learning experiences.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 137 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 44.53%
Girls: 55.47% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 24 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 22 | 37 |
| 2 | 23 | 29 | 52 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.8% |
| White, Other | 5.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.5% |
| White & Asian | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% |
| Unclassified | 0.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.7% |
| Asian, Other | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 18 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Oct 2022 | School inspection: |
| 06 Feb 2018 | Academy conversion letter |
| 15 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as West Leigh Infant School | |
| 15 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Apr 2005 | Full inspection |
| 25 Apr 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils embrace the school values of being safe, kind, and trying their best.
- Teachers provide effective feedback that helps pupils improve their learning.
- A broad and ambitious curriculum allows pupils to make creative learning choices.
- Early reading and phonics are prioritized, ensuring good progress in literacy.
- Strong relationships with the local community enhance educational experiences.
Areas for Improvement
- In a minority of subjects, knowledge requirements are not explicitly defined, leading to gaps in understanding.
- Pupils struggle to recall significant cultural and religious learning effectively.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 14 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 12 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Backwell Church of England Junior School
Church Lane, Backwell, North Somerset, Bristol, BS48 3JJ |
0.73 miles |
|
St Francis Catholic Primary School
Station Road, Nailsea, Somerset, BS48 4PD |
0.88 miles |
|
Hannah More Infant School
White Oak Way, Nailsea, Somerset, BS48 4YZ |
1.04 miles |
|
Grove Junior School
Whiteoak Way, Nailsea, Somerset, BS48 4YZ |
1.06 miles |
|
Golden Valley Primary School
Nailsea Park, Nailsea, Bristol, Somerset, BS48 1BB |
1.18 miles |
|
Kingshill Church School
Pound Lane, Nailsea, Somerset, BS48 2NP |
1.75 miles |
|
Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School
Station Road, Flax Bourton, Bristol, BS48 1UA |
1.86 miles |
|
Wraxall Church of England Primary School
Bristol Road, Wraxall, Bristol, Somerset, BS48 1LB |
2.04 miles |
|
Court-De-Wyck Church School
Bishops Road, Claverham, Court De Wyck Church School, Bristol, Somerset, BS49 4NF |
2.62 miles |
|
Tickenham Church of England Primary School
174 Clevedon Road, Tickenham, Clevedon, Somerset, BS21 6RG |
2.72 miles |
|
The Downs Preparatory School
Charlton Drive, Bristol, BS48 1PF |
3.2 miles |
|
Yatton Church of England Junior School
High Street, Yatton, Bristol, BS49 4HJ |
3.54 miles |
|
Yatton Infant School
High Street, Yatton, Bristol, BS49 4HJ |
3.58 miles |
|
Wrington Church of England Primary School
School Road, Wrington, Bristol, BS40 5NA |
3.65 miles |
|
Birdwell Primary School
Hollis Close, Long Ashton, Bristol, Somerset, BS41 9AZ |
3.82 miles |
|
Chestnut Park Primary
64 Wheatear Road, North End, Yatton, Bristol, BS49 4FW |
3.99 miles |
|
St Andrew's CofE Primary School
Station Road, Congresbury, Bristol, BS49 5DX |
4.13 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Bristol Road, Bristol Rd, Portishead, Somerset, BS20 6QB |
4.27 miles |
|
Winford Church of England Primary School
Winford Church of England Primary School, Felton Lane, Winford, Bristol, BS40 8AD |
4.29 miles |
|
Northleaze Church of England Primary School
Brook Close, Long Ashton, Bristol, BS41 9NG |
4.35 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Backwell School
Station Road, Backwell, Bristol, BS48 3BX |
0.41 miles |
|
Nailsea School
Mizzymead Road, Nailsea, Bristol, Somerset, BS48 2HN |
1.09 miles |
|
Ravenswood School
Pound Lane, Nailsea, Bristol, BS48 2NN |
1.74 miles |
|
Lime Hills Academy
Pound Lane, Nailsea, BS48 2NN |
1.74 miles |
|
Gordano School
St Mary's Road, Portishead, Bristol, BS20 7QR |
4.26 miles |
|
Seven Hills
80b Kenn Road, Clevedon, North Somerset, BS21 6EX |
4.57 miles |
|
Clevedon School
Valley Road, Clevedon, Somerset, BS21 6AH |
4.61 miles |