Broomfield Community Primary School
80%
Capacity
181
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Broomfield Community Primary School
Broomfield Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Charnwood community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 181 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 226 places).
Ofsted has rated Broomfield Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alex Allison, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6153rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 45 in Charnwood.
Broomfield Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
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 Broomfield Community Primary School include Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Dance, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Charnwood, Broomfield Community 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 | Ploughmans Lea, Leicester, Charnwood, LE7 3ZQ |
| Headteacher | Alex Allison |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 181 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.0% |
| School Capacity | 181 / 226 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jun 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Jun 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6153rd of 13,686
Nationally
543rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
22nd of 45
In Charnwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ploughmans Lea, Leicester
Charnwood, LE7 3ZQ
Journey to School
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