Welcome to Catherine Infant School
On behalf of the children, staff and governors, I wish you a warm welcome to Catherine Infant School and our website. We take great pride in the quality of education provided and hope that you will get an insight into the life of our school.
Catherine Infant school is situated in the Belgrave area of Leicester and serves a diverse community with many different languages spoken. We take up to 430 children. We have four classes per year group for reception to year 2 children, a 60 place nursery and a 10 place Designated Specialist Provision. We are an ambitious and inclusive school who always put children at the centre of everything we do and every decision we make.
We feel very strongly that school is a partnership between children, parents, staff and governors and that by working together we can motivate children to succeed in all areas of their development. Therefore, our school motto captures this aspiration:
"WE ARE ALL STARS"
I am very proud to be the Headteacher of Catherine Infant School and to lead a team of talented children and staff. I am driven by a passion for educating infant children. I love to be involved in teaching and learning and see pupils making excellent progress.
Our leaders and teaching staff are committed to ensuring high standards in education with a focus on oracy, reading, writing and maths so children should leave our school with an excellent foundation and all the skills they need for both academic and personal success in the future.
Everything we do is based upon our school values of kindness, respect, resilience, and a love of learning. As Headteacher, I want our children’s infant school years to be some of the best of their lives, so that they can look back with pride and move forward with confidence.
I hope that you enjoy your visit to our website. Please feel free to contact our school office (0116 2625422) if you would like more information or would like to visit our school. We are always happy to show parents and visitors around.
I look forward to meeting you and showing you around our fantastic school!
Mr Mitesh Madhaw
Headteacher
LATEST NEWS
01/10/2025 - Reception Curriculum Meeting
We are holding a curriculum meeting for all Reception parents on Wednesday 1st October from 9:00am to 9:45am. During the session, we will share key information about curriculum expectations,
assessment procedures and ways you can support your child’s learning at home. There will also be an opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
30/09/2025 - EYFS Attendance Meeting
On Tuesday 30th September we will be holding a parents meeting for all parents of EYFS children. This meeting will start at 9am. We will dicusss the importance of school attendance and what you as parents and we as a school can do in working together to ensure each child attends everyday!
Dangerous Driving and Parking on Martin Street
Dear Parents and Carers,
We are deeply concerned about reports of dangerous driving and unsafe parking on Martin Street, directly outside our school. These actions put our children, parents, staff, and wider community at serious risk.
Please remember:
- Do not park on double yellow lines or block school entrances.
- Avoid stopping in the middle of the road.
- Drive slowly and remain alert for children crossing.
Your co-operation is essential to keep all of our children safe. A few extra minutes of care can prevent accidents and protect lives.
Thank you for helping us maintain a safe environment for everyone.
Together, we can make Martin Street [and the surrounding streets] safe for our school community.
Thank you.
12/11/2025 - Pupil Photographs
On Wednesday 12th November 2025 Jane Stapleton Photographers will be in school to take individual photographs of pupils in all year groups. Please note that there will be no obligation to purchase a photograph. Ordering information will be included in the proof packs issued by Jane Stapleton Photographers.
10/11/2025 - Odd Socks Day (Anti-Bullying Week)
Anti-Bullying Week is taking place from the 10th to 14th November 2025 and this year's theme is
‘Power For Good’. In support of Anti-Bullying Week, we are asking all children to join in by wearing odd socks on Monday 10th November 2025. In school we will be calling this week ‘Friendship Week’ to support children in understanding what bullying is but focusing on how we can all be kind to each other and be a good friend.
October Half Term!
School will close on Friday 17th October for half term. School will be closed from 20th - 28th October. All pupils will return to school on Wednesday 29th October. Have a lovely half term break!
Autumn 1 Termly Newsletter
Please see the attached Catherine Infant School termly newsletter for Autumn 1 term.
17/10/2025 - Year 2 Diwali Performance
All Asteroid classes will be taking part in this years Diwali Assembly. There will be two performances on Friday, entry will be via ticket only. Details regarding tickets have been sent to all our families through a letter. Speak to the school office for further information.
13/10/2025 to 17/10/2025 - Cycle to School Week!
Cycle to School Week 2025 takes place from Monday 13 – Friday 17 October.
Children can ride their bikes to school every morning (parents must take the bikes back home once the children have been dropped off except for Thursday).
On Thursday 16th October children can leave their bikes at school to take part in a cycle event held in the school playground throughout the day. All bikes must be labelled with the child's name and class.
08/10/2025 - Year 2 Curriculum Meeting
We are holding a curriculum meeting for all Year 2 parents on Wednesday 8th October from 9:00am. During the session, we will share key information about curriculum expectations,
assessment procedures and ways you can support your child’s learning at home. There will also be an opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
01/10/2025 - Reception Curriculum Meeting
We are holding a curriculum meeting for all Reception parents on Wednesday 1st October from 9:00am to 9:45am. During the session, we will share key information about curriculum expectations,
assessment procedures and ways you can support your child’s learning at home. There will also be an opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
30/09/2025 - EYFS Attendance Meeting
On Tuesday 30th September we will be holding a parents meeting for all parents of EYFS children. This meeting will start at 9am. We will dicusss the importance of school attendance and what you as parents and we as a school can do in working together to ensure each child attends everyday!
Dangerous Driving and Parking on Martin Street
Dear Parents and Carers,
We are deeply concerned about reports of dangerous driving and unsafe parking on Martin Street, directly outside our school. These actions put our children, parents, staff, and wider community at serious risk.
Please remember:
- Do not park on double yellow lines or block school entrances.
- Avoid stopping in the middle of the road.
- Drive slowly and remain alert for children crossing.
Your co-operation is essential to keep all of our children safe. A few extra minutes of care can prevent accidents and protect lives.
Thank you for helping us maintain a safe environment for everyone.
Together, we can make Martin Street [and the surrounding streets] safe for our school community.
Thank you.
12/11/2025 - Pupil Photographs
On Wednesday 12th November 2025 Jane Stapleton Photographers will be in school to take individual photographs of pupils in all year groups. Please note that there will be no obligation to purchase a photograph. Ordering information will be included in the proof packs issued by Jane Stapleton Photographers.
