New Lubbesthorpe Primary School
95%
Capacity
399
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About New Lubbesthorpe Primary School
New Lubbesthorpe Primary School is a state-funded co-educational primary school located in Blaby, East Midlands (LE19 4BF), welcoming pupils aged 4 to 11. The school has 399 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated New Lubbesthorpe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natalie Hackett, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9948th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 25 in Blaby.
New Lubbesthorpe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 199 applications for 60 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 97 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 New Lubbesthorpe Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blaby, New Lubbesthorpe 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 |
| Address | Tay Road, Lubbesthorpe, Leicester, Blaby, LE19 4BF |
| Headteacher | Natalie Hackett |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 399 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.0% |
| School Capacity | 399 / 420 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9948th of 13,686
Nationally
951st of 1,353
In East Midlands
21st of 25
In Blaby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
53%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
199
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
97 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Lubbesthorpe Primary School
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Contact Information
Tay Road, Lubbesthorpe, Leicester
Blaby, LE19 4BF
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