Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy
71%
Capacity
241
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Charnwood community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 241 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Monaghan, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4966th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 45 in Charnwood.
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 23 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (36 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy include Forest School, Library, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Charnwood, Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Barkby Thorpe Lane, Leicester, Charnwood, LE4 8GP |
| Headteacher | Andrew Monaghan |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 241 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.4% |
| School Capacity | 241 / 341 (71% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 May 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 3 Sept 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4966th of 13,686
Nationally
440th of 1,353
In East Midlands
17th of 45
In Charnwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
36 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
71
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Barkby Thorpe Lane, Leicester
Charnwood, LE4 8GP
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