Hinckley Parks Primary School
88%
Capacity
553
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Hinckley Parks Primary School
Hinckley Parks Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hinckley and Bosworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 553 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Hinckley Parks Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Harding, 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 3456th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 29 in Hinckley and Bosworth.
Hinckley Parks Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 203 applications for 71 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hinckley Parks Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Rounders, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Film Club.
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 Hinckley and Bosworth, Hinckley Parks 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 | Leicester Road, Hinckley, Hinckley and Bosworth, LE10 1LP |
| Headteacher | David Harding |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 553 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.6% |
| School Capacity | 553 / 630 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3456th of 13,686
Nationally
303rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
8th of 29
In Hinckley and Bosworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed71
203
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Leicester Road, Hinckley
Hinckley and Bosworth, LE10 1LP
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