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Ibstock Junior School

Ibstock Junior School

North West Leicestershire, LE67 6NPPrimary School·Ages 7-11
Goodby Ofsted

89%

Capacity

319

Pupils

N/A

Demand

About Ibstock Junior School

Ibstock Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North West Leicestershire community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 319 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 360 places).

Ofsted has rated Ibstock Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Phil Lewin, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9786th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 41 in North West Leicestershire.

Ibstock Junior School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (47 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Ibstock Junior School include Music Rooms, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Tennis, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Book Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in North West Leicestershire, Ibstock Junior 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range7 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressMelbourne Road, Melbourne Road, Ibstock, North West Leicestershire, LE67 6NP
HeadteacherPhil Lewin
Local AuthorityLeicestershire
Number of Pupils319
Free School Meals (FSM)20.1%
School Capacity319 / 360 (89% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

5 Mar 2025
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Standards maintained

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 23 Mar 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)

9786th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 72%

932nd of 1,353

In East Midlands

Top 69%

29th of 41

In North West Leicestershire

Top 71%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

54%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 105
Expected:73%
Higher:30%
Writing
Expected:67%
Higher:2%
MathsAvg Score: 104
Expected:73%
Higher:15%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -9%

'22/23

63%

'23/24

54%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

Ofsted Parent View

47 responses

Would Recommend This School

81%Good
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
Bullying dealt with
8%
Concerns dealt with
51%

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Music RoomsLibraryGymnasiumSensory RoomSports HallArt StudiosOutdoor PlaygroundChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

RoundersGymnasticsTennisFootballCross Country

Clubs & Activities

CodingDramaBook Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ibstock Junior School

Ibstock Junior School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01530260481www.ibstockjuniorschool.co.uk

Melbourne Road, Melbourne Road, Ibstock

North West Leicestershire, LE67 6NP

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Melbourne Road, Melbourne Road, Ibstock

North West Leicestershire, LE67 6NP

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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