Ellistown Community Primary School
77%
Capacity
203
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Ellistown Community Primary School
Ellistown Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North West Leicestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 203 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Ellistown Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simone Fellows, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9353rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 41 in North West Leicestershire.
Ellistown Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 29 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ellistown Community Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Football, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North West Leicestershire, Ellistown 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 | Whitehill Road, Coalville, North West Leicestershire, LE67 1EN |
| Headteacher | Simone Fellows |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.8% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 262 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9353rd of 13,686
Nationally
879th of 1,353
In East Midlands
26th of 41
In North West Leicestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
55%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
91
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ellistown Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Whitehill Road, Coalville
North West Leicestershire, LE67 1EN
Journey to School
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