Griffydam Primary School
92%
Capacity
97
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Griffydam Primary School
Griffydam 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 97 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Griffydam Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Wills, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 537th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 41 in North West Leicestershire.
Griffydam Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 12 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Griffydam Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North West Leicestershire, Griffydam 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 | Top Road, Coalville, North West Leicestershire, LE67 8HU |
| Headteacher | Victoria Wills |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 97 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.2% |
| School Capacity | 97 / 105 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
537th of 13,686
Nationally
50th of 1,353
In East Midlands
3rd of 41
In North West Leicestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
87%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed12
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 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
Top Road, Coalville
North West Leicestershire, LE67 8HU
Journey to School
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