Measham Church of England Primary School
83%
Capacity
199
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Measham Church of England Primary School
Measham Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North West Leicestershire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Measham Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Ashley Izzard-Snape, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 36% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12893rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 41 in North West Leicestershire.
Measham Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 26 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Measham Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Measham Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Rounders, Athletics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North West Leicestershire, Measham 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bosworth Road, Swadlincote, North West Leicestershire, DE12 7LG |
| Headteacher | Ashley Izzard-Snape |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.6% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 240 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (36%)
12893rd of 13,686
Nationally
1255th of 1,353
In East Midlands
39th of 41
In North West Leicestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
36%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
36%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
34 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Measham Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Bosworth Road, Swadlincote
North West Leicestershire, DE12 7LG
Journey to School
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