Heather Primary School
94%
Capacity
112
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Heather Primary School
Heather 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 112 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 119 places).
Ofsted has rated Heather Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maxine Michalowski, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3443rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 41 in North West Leicestershire.
Heather Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 18 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 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 Heather Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Athletics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North West Leicestershire, Heather 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 | Main Street, Coalville, North West Leicestershire, LE67 2QP |
| Headteacher | Maxine Michalowski |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 112 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.0% |
| School Capacity | 112 / 119 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3443rd of 13,686
Nationally
301st of 1,353
In East Midlands
7th of 41
In North West Leicestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
72%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
61
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Main Street, Coalville
North West Leicestershire, LE67 2QP
Journey to School
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