Barlestone Church of England Primary School
95%
Capacity
199
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Barlestone Church of England Primary School
Barlestone Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Hinckley and Bosworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Barlestone Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Murray, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7368th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 29 in Hinckley and Bosworth.
Barlestone Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 22 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Barlestone Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (53 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Barlestone Church of England Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hinckley and Bosworth, Barlestone Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Barton Road, Nuneaton, Hinckley and Bosworth, CV13 0EP |
| Headteacher | Claire Murray |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.1% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7368th of 13,686
Nationally
671st of 1,353
In East Midlands
16th of 29
In Hinckley and Bosworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
53 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Barlestone Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Barton Road, Nuneaton
Hinckley and Bosworth, CV13 0EP
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