Newbold Verdon Primary School
89%
Capacity
222
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Newbold Verdon Primary School
Newbold Verdon Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hinckley and Bosworth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 222 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 249 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newbold Verdon Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Collins, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10372nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 29 in Hinckley and Bosworth.
Newbold Verdon Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 21 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newbold Verdon Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Chess, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hinckley and Bosworth, Newbold Verdon 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Dragon Lane, Leicester, Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 9NG |
| Headteacher | Lucy Collins |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 222 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.3% |
| School Capacity | 222 / 249 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10372nd of 13,686
Nationally
992nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
24th of 29
In Hinckley and Bosworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dragon Lane, Leicester
Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 9NG
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