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Barwell Church of England Academy

Barwell Church of England Academy

Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 8DSPrimary School·Ages 7-11
GoodQuality of Ed.

74%

Capacity

223

Pupils

N/A

Demand

About Barwell Church of England Academy

Barwell Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Hinckley and Bosworth community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 223 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Barwell Church of England Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Newman, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5670th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 29 in Hinckley and Bosworth.

Barwell Church of England Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (21 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Barwell Church of England Academy include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Art Club, Drama and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Hinckley and Bosworth, Barwell Church of England Academy 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range7 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterChurch of England
AddressHigh Street, Leicester, Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 8DS
HeadteacherVictoria Newman
Local AuthorityLeicestershire
Number of Pupils223
Free School Meals (FSM)30.9%
School Capacity223 / 300 (74% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

14 Jan 2025
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Quality of Education

Good

Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade

Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 5 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)

5670th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

504th of 1,353

In East Midlands

Top 50%

12th of 29

In Hinckley and Bosworth

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

66%

Expected Standard

7%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 105
Expected:80%
Higher:26%
Writing
Expected:70%
Higher:8%
MathsAvg Score: 103
Expected:74%
Higher:16%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable

'22/23

66%

'23/24

66%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

Ofsted Parent View

21 responses

Would Recommend This School

90%Excellent
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
SEND support
0%
Bullying dealt with
19%
Strengths95%+ agree
Feels safeProgress updatesSubject range

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

7
Outdoor PlaygroundSensory RoomDining HallGymnasiumLibraryPlaying FieldsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

RoundersDanceFootballCricketSwimmingNetball

Clubs & Activities

Film ClubCodingArt ClubDramaBook ClubGardening

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions About Barwell Church of England Academy

Barwell Church of England Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01455842047www.barwellceacademy.co.uk

High Street, Leicester

Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 8DS

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High Street, Leicester

Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 8DS

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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