New Swannington Primary School
84%
Capacity
177
Pupils
6.3x
Demand
About New Swannington Primary School
New Swannington Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North West Leicestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 177 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated New Swannington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Judy Ramsell, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6971st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 41 in North West Leicestershire.
New Swannington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 17 places, making it 6.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
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 New Swannington Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Gardening, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North West Leicestershire, New Swannington 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Lane, Coalville, North West Leicestershire, LE67 5DQ |
| Headteacher | Judy Ramsell |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 177 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.0% |
| School Capacity | 177 / 210 (84% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6971st of 13,686
Nationally
629th of 1,353
In East Midlands
16th of 41
In North West Leicestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
63%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
108
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (16% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Swannington Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Coalville
North West Leicestershire, LE67 5DQ
Church Lane, Coalville
North West Leicestershire, LE67 5DQ
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