King Richard III Infant and Nursery School
154%
Capacity
275
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About King Richard III Infant and Nursery School
King Richard III Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 275 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (154% of 179 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated King Richard III Infant and Nursery School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lou Harrison, it falls under Leicester local authority.
King Richard III Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 144 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 89 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, SEN Unit. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at King Richard III Infant and Nursery School include Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, King Richard III Infant and Nursery 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Andrewes Street, Leicester, Leicester, LE3 5PA |
| Headteacher | Lou Harrison |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 275 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.0% |
| School Capacity | 275 / 179 (154% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
144
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
89 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Andrewes Street, Leicester
Leicester, LE3 5PA
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