Eastfield Primary School
80%
Capacity
336
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Eastfield Primary School
Eastfield 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 336 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Eastfield Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Timothy Gilbert, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7888th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 45 in Charnwood.
Eastfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 24 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Eastfield Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 5 parents).
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 Eastfield Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Art Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Charnwood, Eastfield 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 | Eastfield Road, Leicester, Charnwood, LE4 8FP |
| Headteacher | Timothy Gilbert |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 336 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.4% |
| School Capacity | 336 / 420 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7888th of 13,686
Nationally
727th of 1,353
In East Midlands
33rd of 45
In Charnwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
60%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
80
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Eastfield Road, Leicester
Charnwood, LE4 8FP
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