Greystoke Primary School
80%
Capacity
334
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Greystoke Primary School
Greystoke Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blaby community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 334 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Greystoke Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Richardson, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2843rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 25 in Blaby.
Greystoke Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 130 applications for 37 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Greystoke Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Library, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blaby, Greystoke 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Thornton Drive, Leicester, Blaby, LE19 2GX |
| Headteacher | Sharon Richardson |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 334 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.6% |
| School Capacity | 334 / 420 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2843rd of 13,686
Nationally
248th of 1,353
In East Midlands
5th of 25
In Blaby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
75%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed37
130
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thornton Drive, Leicester
Blaby, LE19 2GX
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