Manorfield Church of England Primary School
98%
Capacity
403
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Manorfield Church of England Primary School
Manorfield Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Blaby community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 403 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 413 places).
Ofsted has rated Manorfield Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ellen Thompson, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4012th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 25 in Blaby.
Manorfield Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 59 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
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 Manorfield Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Cross Country, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blaby, Manorfield Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Station Road, Leicester, Blaby, LE9 4LU |
| Headteacher | Ellen Thompson |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 403 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.2% |
| School Capacity | 403 / 413 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Feb 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
4012th of 13,686
Nationally
356th of 1,353
In East Midlands
8th of 25
In Blaby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
71%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Manorfield Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Station Road, Leicester
Blaby, LE9 4LU
Journey to School
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