Frisby Church of England Primary School
97%
Capacity
115
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Frisby Church of England Primary School
Frisby Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Melton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 115 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 119 places).
Ofsted has rated Frisby Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charmaine Ainge, 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 6172nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 18 in Melton.
Frisby Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 9 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
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 Frisby Church of England Primary School include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Melton, Frisby Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Hall Orchard Lane, Melton Mowbray, Melton, LE14 2NH |
| Headteacher | Charmaine Ainge |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 115 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.4% |
| School Capacity | 115 / 119 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Sept 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Sept 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6172nd of 13,686
Nationally
548th of 1,353
In East Midlands
5th of 18
In Melton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
32
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Frisby Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Hall Orchard Lane, Melton Mowbray
Melton, LE14 2NH
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