Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy
100%
Capacity
628
Pupils
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Demand
About Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy
Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 628 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 630 places).
the school is led by headteacher Annie Carter, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3218th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 68 in Leicester.
Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 134 applications for 82 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 78 were first-preference applications.
Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (48 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Christ the King 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Glenfield Road, Leicester, Leicester, LE3 6DF |
| Headteacher | Annie Carter |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 628 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.4% |
| School Capacity | 628 / 630 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3218th of 13,686
Nationally
275th of 1,353
In East Midlands
14th of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
48 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
2025/26Oversubscribed82
134
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
78 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Glenfield Road, Leicester
Leicester, LE3 6DF
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