Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School
60%
Capacity
251
Pupils
5.2x
Demand
About Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School
Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Blaby community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 251 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rachel O'Hara, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11911th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 25 in Blaby.
Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 15 places, making it 5.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 44% recommending the school (57 responses).
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 Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School include Forest School, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Football, Dance, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blaby, Blaby Stokes 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 | Queens Road, Leicester, Blaby, LE8 4EG |
| Headteacher | Rachel O'Hara |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 251 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.7% |
| School Capacity | 251 / 420 (60% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11911th of 13,686
Nationally
1154th of 1,353
In East Midlands
23rd of 25
In Blaby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
57 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
78
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Queens Road, Leicester
Blaby, LE8 4EG
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