Newlands Community Primary School
71%
Capacity
300
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Newlands Community Primary School
Newlands Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hinckley and Bosworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 300 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Newlands Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jenny Cooling, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
Newlands Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 28 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 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 Newlands Community Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Rounders, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hinckley and Bosworth, Newlands Community 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 | Belle Vue Road, Leicester, Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 7PA |
| Headteacher | Jenny Cooling |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 300 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.7% |
| School Capacity | 300 / 420 (71% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed28
81
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Belle Vue Road, Leicester
Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 7PA
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