Albert Village Primary School
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Albert Village Primary School
Albert Village Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North West Leicestershire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Albert Village Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cheryl Lott, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9711th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 41 in North West Leicestershire.
Albert Village Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 28 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Albert Village Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 58% recommending the school (24 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Albert Village Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North West Leicestershire, Albert Village Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Occupation Road, Swadlincote, North West Leicestershire, DE11 8HA |
| Headteacher | Cheryl Lott |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.7% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 10 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9711th of 13,686
Nationally
921st of 1,353
In East Midlands
28th of 41
In North West Leicestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
24 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Albert Village Primary School
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Contact Information
Occupation Road, Swadlincote
North West Leicestershire, DE11 8HA
Occupation Road, Swadlincote
North West Leicestershire, DE11 8HA
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