Avanti Fields School
86%
Capacity
1,178
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Avanti Fields School
Avanti Fields School is a state-funded Hindu secondary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 16. The school has 1,178 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 1,372 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Avanti Fields School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vanessa Bardsley, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.46 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 48.2. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 545th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 20 in Leicester.
Avanti Fields School is a popular choice with families — it received 393 applications for 187 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 212 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Avanti Fields School include Theatre, Gymnasium, Science Labs, Music Rooms, Astro Turf, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rowing, Rugby, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Young Enterprise, Coding and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.1%, which is well below the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Leicester, Avanti Fields 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Hindu |
| Address | 21 Bhaktivedanta Marg, Leicester, Leicester, LE5 0BX |
| Headteacher | Vanessa Bardsley |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 1,178 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.1% |
| School Capacity | 1,178 / 1,372 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.46)
545th of 3,141
Nationally
29th of 273
In East Midlands
6th of 20
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
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
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed187
393
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
212 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Avanti Fields School
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Understanding Progress 8
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Contact Information
21 Bhaktivedanta Marg, Leicester
Leicester, LE5 0BX
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