Dunton Bassett Primary School
54%
Capacity
57
Pupils
5.2x
Demand
About Dunton Bassett Primary School
Dunton Bassett Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harborough community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 57 pupils on roll, operating at 54% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Dunton Bassett Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Rock, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
Dunton Bassett Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 5 places, making it 5.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 2 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dunton Bassett Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Film Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harborough, Dunton Bassett 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 | The Mount, Lutterworth, Harborough, LE17 5JL |
| Headteacher | Paul Rock |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 57 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.5% |
| School Capacity | 57 / 105 (54% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
26
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
2 families put this school as their 1st choice (8% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Mount, Lutterworth
Harborough, LE17 5JL
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