Badgerbrook Primary School
96%
Capacity
405
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Badgerbrook Primary School
Badgerbrook Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blaby community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 405 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Badgerbrook Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Andrews, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
Badgerbrook Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 140 applications for 51 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Badgerbrook Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Netball, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blaby, Badgerbrook 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Badger Drive, Leicester, Blaby, LE8 6ZW |
| Headteacher | Joanne Andrews |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 405 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.2% |
| School Capacity | 405 / 420 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
140
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Badger Drive, Leicester
Blaby, LE8 6ZW
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